Haut-Rhin, Grand Est 2 acres (1 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang du Willerwald
Étang du Willerwald is a shallow lowland pond in the Haut-Rhin department of Grand Est, offering classic coarse fishing in a peaceful rural setting. This intimate water is ideal for anglers targeting cyprinids and other stillwater species in the Alsatian countryside.
Department
Haut-Rhin
Region
Grand Est
Water Type
Water
Size
2 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Haut-Rhin
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang du Willerwald
Night fishing at Étang du Willerwald is not permitted. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étang du Willerwald.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang du Willerwald 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 Haut-Rhin. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang du Willerwald holds common carp, crucian carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd, pike, perch.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Étang du Willerwald — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Haut-Rhin. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étang du Willerwald covers 2 acres (1 ha) in Haut-Rhin, Grand Est, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang du Willerwald?+
The water holds Common carp, crucian carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd, pike, perch.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang du Willerwald?+
Night fishing at Étang du Willerwald is not permitted. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang du Willerwald?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang du Willerwald 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 Willerwald?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang du Willerwald. 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 Willerwald?+
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 Haut-Rhin). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang du Willerwald
To fish Étang du Willerwald, 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 Haut-Rhin is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
