Jura · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 2 acres (1 ha)
Jura, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 2 acres (1 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang de la Vèze
Étang de la Vèze is a shallow lowland pond located in the Jura region of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, offering classic coarse fishing in a tranquil rural setting. This intimate étang is ideal for anglers targeting cyprinids and pike in a peaceful Burgundian landscape.
Department
Jura
Region
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Water Type
Water
Size
2 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
AAPPMA de Rochefort-sur-Nenon
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang de la Vèze
Night fishing at Étang de la Vèze is not permitted. Dept 39 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étang de la Vèze.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de la Vèze 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 AAPPMA de Rochefort-sur-Nenon. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de la Vèze holds carp, roach, rudd, tench, pike, perch, crucian carp, bream. 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 Vèze — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Rochefort-sur-Nenon. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étang de la Vèze covers 2 acres (1 ha) in Jura, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de la Vèze?+
The water holds Carp, Roach, Rudd, Tench, Pike, Perch, Crucian carp, Bream. 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 Vèze?+
Night fishing at Étang de la Vèze is not permitted. Dept 39 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de la Vèze?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de la Vèze 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 Vèze?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang de la Vèze. 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 Vèze?+
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 (AAPPMA de Rochefort-sur-Nenon). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang de la Vèze
To fish Étang de la Vèze, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Rochefort-sur-Nenon is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
