Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 276 acres (112 ha)
Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 276 acres (112 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 455mi from Calais
About Lac de Bissorte
Lac de Bissorte is a medium-sized public reservoir in the Savoie department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 112 hectares (275-acre) of open water. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Lac de Bissorte is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 455 miles from Calais, Lac de Bissorte requires a longer journey from the UK, but Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — rewards the trip.
Department
Savoie
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
276 acres (112 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
455 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de l'Amicale des Pêcheurs de l'Arc (La Chambre/Aiguebelle)
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: 14 Mar–20 Sep 2026. No night fishing permitted. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA de l'Amicale des Pêcheurs de l'Arc (La Chambre/Aiguebelle)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac de Bissorte?+
Lac de Bissorte covers 276 acres (112 ha) in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Bissorte?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Bissorte?+
Night fishing at Lac de Bissorte is not permitted. 1st Cat. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Bissorte?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Bissorte under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Bissorte from Calais?+
Lac de Bissorte is approximately 455 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Bissorte?+
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 de l'Amicale des Pêcheurs de l'Arc (La Chambre/Aiguebelle)).
Fishing in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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.
