Haute-Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 13 acres (5 ha)
Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 13 acres (5 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 407mi from Calais
About Lac de Gers
Lac de Gers is a intimate natural lake in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 5 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Lac de Gers is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Lac de Gers is 407 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
13 acres (5 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
407 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA du Faucigny
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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 Faucigny) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac de Gers?+
Lac de Gers covers 13 acres (5 ha) in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Gers?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Gers?+
Night fishing at Lac de Gers is not permitted. High Altitude.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Gers?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Gers under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Gers from Calais?+
Lac de Gers is approximately 407 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Gers?+
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 Faucigny).
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.
