Haute-Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 5 acres (2 ha)
Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 5 acres (2 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 396mi from Calais
About la Mouille
la Mouille is a intimate natural lake in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 2 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Pike, Perch and Tench.
Fishing at la Mouille is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
la Mouille is 396 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — the fishing is well worth it.
Department
Haute-Savoie
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Lake
Size
5 acres (2 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
396 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA du Chablais-Genevois
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2nd Category water. Carp/coarse: open all year. Pike: 25 Apr 2026–31 Jan 2027 (closed Feb–Apr). Zander/Perch/Catfish: all year. Pike season as above.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA du Chablais-Genevois) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is la Mouille?+
la Mouille covers 5 acres (2 ha) in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at la Mouille?+
The water holds Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at la Mouille?+
Night fishing at la Mouille is not permitted. Specialized fly-fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at la Mouille?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at la Mouille under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is la Mouille from Calais?+
la Mouille is approximately 396 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish la Mouille?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA du Chablais-Genevois).
Fishing in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Haute-Savoie is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
