Haute-Marne · Grand Est · France · 181 acres (73 ha)
Haute-Marne, Grand Est 181 acres (73 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 262mi from Calais
About Réservoir de la Mouche
Réservoir de la Mouche is a medium-sized public reservoir in the Haute-Marne department of Grand Est, covering 73 hectares (181-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Réservoir de la Mouche is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Electric motors only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 262 miles from Calais, Réservoir de la Mouche is a popular destination for anglers exploring Grand Est, a region bordering Germany and Luxembourg, popular with UK anglers for its proximity and excellent lake fishing.
Department
Haute-Marne
Region
Grand Est
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
181 acres (73 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
262 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de Fayl-Billot
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Réservoir de la Mouche holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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2nd Category water. Carp/coarse: open all year. Pike: 25 Apr 2026–31 Jan 2027 (closed Feb–Apr). Zander/Perch/Catfish: all year. Pike season as above.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA de Fayl-Billot) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Réservoir de la Mouche?+
Réservoir de la Mouche covers 181 acres (73 ha) in Haute-Marne, Grand Est, France.
What fish can I catch at Réservoir de la Mouche?+
The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Réservoir de la Mouche?+
Night fishing at Réservoir de la Mouche is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Réservoir de la Mouche?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Réservoir de la Mouche under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Réservoir de la Mouche from Calais?+
Réservoir de la Mouche is approximately 262 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Réservoir de la Mouche?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA de Fayl-Billot).
Fishing in Haute-Marne, Grand Est
Haute-Marne is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Grand Est departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
