Lac d'Anthon is an intimate 1.4-hectare mountain lake in Haute-Savoie, around 395 miles from Calais, offering bank fishing for pike, trout and perch in a scenic Alpine setting—ideal if you're seeking a quieter alternative to larger commercial venues. Day fishing only (no night sessions), with no boat access, so expect a peaceful, traditional approach to your fishing. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and membership with AAPPMA Annecy Rivières to fish here.
Night fishing at Lac d'Anthon is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Haute-Savoie only permits night carp on 8 specific named lakes (Lac d'Ayze, Lac du Bois des Îles, Lac de Chamonix, Lac de Motte Longue, Lacs des Îlettes, Lac de Machilly, Lac du Môle). Source: pechehautesavoie.com/reglementation/peche-de-la-carpe/ Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac d'Anthon under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA Annecy Rivières. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac d'Anthon holds brown trout, rainbow trout, perch, pike. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue — spinning, deadbaiting and lure fishing are all effective methods.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac d'Anthon — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA Annecy Rivières. Licences are available online before your trip.
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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 Annecy Rivières) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac d'Anthon, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA Annecy Rivières is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Lac d'Anthon is 395 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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