Haute-Saône · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 5 acres (2 ha)
Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 5 acres (2 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang de la Maquerolle
Étang de la Maquerolle is a shallow lowland pond located in Haute-Saône within the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region, offering classic coarse fishing opportunities in the gentle countryside of eastern France. This intimate étang is ideal for anglers targeting traditional pond species in a peaceful, accessible setting.
Department
Haute-Saône
Region
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Water Type
Water
Size
5 acres (2 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Haute-Saône
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang de la Maquerolle
Night fishing at Étang de la Maquerolle is not permitted. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étang de la Maquerolle.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de la Maquerolle under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Haute-Saône. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de la Maquerolle holds carp, tench, roach, rudd, perch, pike, bream, crucian carp. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Étang de la Maquerolle — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Haute-Saône. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étang de la Maquerolle covers 5 acres (2 ha) in Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de la Maquerolle?+
The water holds Carp, Tench, Roach, Rudd, Perch, Pike, Bream, Crucian carp. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de la Maquerolle?+
Night fishing at Étang de la Maquerolle is not permitted. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de la Maquerolle?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de la Maquerolle under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Étang de la Maquerolle?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang de la Maquerolle. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de la Maquerolle?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (Fédération de Pêche Haute-Saône). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang de la Maquerolle
To fish Étang de la Maquerolle, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Haute-Saône is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
