Ardennes, Grand Est 2 acres (1 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang du Bois Moulin
Étang du Bois Moulin is a shallow lowland pond in the Ardennes region of Grand Est, offering classic French étang fishing for patient anglers targeting coarse species. This tranquil water is ideal for float and feeder techniques in a peaceful rural setting typical of the rolling Ardennes countryside.
Department
Ardennes
Region
Grand Est
Water Type
Water
Size
2 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
AAPPMA de Harcy
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang du Bois Moulin
Night fishing at Étang du Bois Moulin is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 08 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étang du Bois Moulin.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang du Bois Moulin 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 Harcy. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang du Bois Moulin holds carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd, pike, perch, 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 du Bois Moulin — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Harcy. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étang du Bois Moulin covers 2 acres (1 ha) in Ardennes, Grand Est, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang du Bois Moulin?+
The water holds Carp, Tench, Bream, Roach, Rudd, Pike, Perch, 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 du Bois Moulin?+
Night fishing at Étang du Bois Moulin is subject to local rules. Dept 08 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 du Bois Moulin?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang du Bois Moulin 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 du Bois Moulin?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang du Bois Moulin. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang du Bois Moulin?+
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 Harcy). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang du Bois Moulin
To fish Étang du Bois Moulin, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Harcy is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
