The artificial lake of Bourdon, located at Saint Fargeau west of the department of the Yonne in the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region, offers fishing enthusiasts an unforgettable experience in a preserved natural setting. Discover the history of this picturesque lake, dive into the diverse waters, and examine the rules that ensure this exciting activity continues.
Lac du Bourdon: from the river to the reservoir
First and largest artificial lake in Yonne, the Lac du Bourdon, with an area of 220 hectares, has a history that dates back to the very beginning of the 1901th century, and the impoundment of this lake in XNUMX. It owes its name to the ru du Bourdon, which takes its source in Treigny and whose course passes where the lake was built. Initially created to regulate the flow of the Loing, and therefore the Seine, the lake has become over the years a popular place for leisure.
Bordered by a green forest and lush meadows, the lake seduces visitors with its natural charm. The calm that reigns on its banks makes it an ideal place for fishing enthusiasts looking for relaxation. Its plan in the shape of a horse or giraffe, offers confidential fishing zones.
The aquatic treasures of Lac du Bourdon
The waters of Lac du Bourdon are teeming with a variety of fish, providing anglers with a diverse experience. Coarse fishing enthusiasts will be delighted to find roach, bream, and carp, while lovers of predators can try their luck with pike, zander and perch. White fish also abound, creating a dynamic aquatic ecosystem that meets the expectations of anglers of all levels.
Respect nature: Fishing rules at Lac du Bourdon
Bourdon Lake, with its numerous adjacent ponds and lakes, offers a species diversity which will delight fishing enthusiasts. Specially equipped fishing stations line the banks, allowing fishermen to indulge in their passion in ideal conditions, thanks to the routes offered.
Where to buy your fishing license?
In order to preserve wealth aquatic fauna and guarantee an experience pleasant for all, Lac du Bourdon, 2nd category public domain, has established a set of strict rules. To fish at Lac du Bourdon, you must have the fishing card of the AAPPMA “the ponds of Puisaye”. This reciprocal fishing company sells its fishing licenses on:
- the official website of the federation: cartedepeche.fr
- Directly from the Puisaye-Forterre Tourist Office at Saint Fargeau ou Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye.
Fishing routes are therefore accessible with the EHGO, CHI or URNE interfederal card or with a fishing card issued by a reciprocal association.
Regulations of Lac du Bourdon:
- The practice of wild camping, bivouac, campfires, the use of barbecues or stoves are strictly prohibited, day or night, on all public property.
- The installation of motorhomes, caravans, converted vehicles or other shelters is prohibited near the shores of the Lake.
- Are authorized, in the night carp fishing areas and in the case of practice, green or camouflage-looking shelters such as Biwy, Shelter or Brolly.
- La motorized navigation (fishing boat with thermal or electric motor) for fishing is prohibited.
- Using float tube (without engine) is permitted.
- Fishing is prohibited from July 1 to August 31 of each year on the Calanque side and on the beach side.
To know
Remaining one of the smallest artificial lakes in France, it is the fourth largest artificial lake in Burgundy-Franche-Comté (out of 13), open to leisure activities. It is the popular place for fishing in the Yonne, to relax or take part in competitions (the lake hosted the French championships and the world fishing championshipse to carp in 2015 and 2016).
Where can you fish in Puisaye-Forterre?
When purchasing your fishing license from the AAPPMA “Les étangs de Puisaye”, please note that you can also fish on the entire fish estate managed by the fishing company:
- In Saint-Privé, in the Petit Bouza (5 hectares) and Grand Bouza (9 hectares) ponds.
- In Moutiers-en-Puisaye, the Moutiers pond (36 hectares) and the Charmoy pond (15 hectares).
- In Saint-Martin-des-Champs, the Lélu pond (18 hectares).
These fishing sites are in the 2nd category of the public domain.
You can also fish on the Loing in the communes of Bléneau, Saint-Privé, Saint-Martin-des-Champs, Saint-Fargeau, Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye. You will be there in 2nd category of the private domain.
Note that specific routes have been established by the AAPPMA on these ponds:
- Charmoy pond: no-kill predators, fishing with artificial lures and dead bait authorized, in float tube only (other fishing such as carp, carp or crayfish… prohibited).
- Lélu Pond: lo-kill pike.
- Moutiers-en-Puisaye pond: no-kill predators (lures and dead-handling only).
In Puisaye-Forterre, other fishing spots are possible. Please note that these courses are managed by non-reciprocal AAPPMAs. You will need to buy a fishing right with each one. You can fish in the ponds of Toucy, Charny, Andryes, as well as in the rivers Druyes, Ouanne, Branlin, Agréau, Chantereine... Get closer to the Departmental fishing federation for more details.
Which municipalities does Lac du Bourdon belong to?
Lac du Bourdon is present in the communes of Saint-Fargeau and Moutiers-en-Puisaye. It depends, at the management level, on VNF (Voies Navigables de France).
What activities can you practice at Lac du Bourdon?
Many activities are possible on and around the lake.
- Hiking (from 4 to 42 kilometers, on foot or by bike),
- Horse riding
- Swimming in July/August and nautical activities
You will have a wide choice between relaxation and leisure sports. For cultural visits, Guedelon, the castle of Saint-Fargeau, Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye, country of Colette, Saint-Amand-en-Puisaye Colette, Toucy and his Brive market and, beyond, Auxerre and Chablis on one side, Pouilly-sur-Loire and Sancerre on the other.
