Haute-Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 4 acres (2 ha)
Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 4 acres (2 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 389mi from Calais
About Lac de Darbon
Lac de Darbon is a intimate natural lake in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 2 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Lac de Darbon is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 389 miles from Calais, Lac de Darbon 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
Haute-Savoie
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Lake
Size
4 acres (2 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
389 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Annecy Rivières
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac de Darbon?+
Lac de Darbon covers 4 acres (2 ha) in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Darbon?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Darbon?+
Night fishing at Lac de Darbon is not permitted. High Altitude.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Darbon?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Darbon under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Darbon from Calais?+
Lac de Darbon is approximately 389 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Darbon?+
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 Annecy Rivières).
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.
