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Lac de Grésy-sur-Isère is a compact 12-hectare natural lake in Savoie offering solid day-only fishing for carp, pike, perch, bream and tench in an Alpine setting—a rewarding detour if you're exploring the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region (424 miles from Calais). Bank access only, so you'll work the margins and shallows with likely good weed and structure for carp. Confirm day-only rules and obtain your permit from AAPPMA de la Savoie before visiting.
Night fishing at Lac de Grésy-sur-Isère is authorised under Savoie regulations. Night carp confirmed on reservation — Plan d'eau de Grésy-sur-Isère. Contact AAPPMA d'Albertville. Newly labelled 'Famille' parcours with 3 pontoons. Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. Source: savoiepeche.com Guide 2026
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Grésy-sur-Isère under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA de la Savoie. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
Lac de Grésy-sur-Isère holds carp, pike, perch, bream, tench. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac de Grésy-sur-Isère — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de la Savoie. Licences are available online before your trip.
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France is the closest mainland European fishing destination for UK anglers. The Channel Tunnel (Folkestone–Calais, ~35 min) is the fastest crossing, while P&O Ferries (Dover–Calais, ~90 min) offer good value for heavy kit. Most northern French venues are within 2–4 hours of Calais; southern venues require a full day of driving.
A Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence) is required for all freshwater fishing. Buy online at cartedepeche.fr before you travel. Annual, weekly and daily options are available and include your AAPPMA affiliation for the selected department.
To fish Lac de Grésy-sur-Isère, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de la Savoie is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
Night fishing is permitted at Lac de Grésy-sur-Isère — always check the current rules with AAPPMA de la Savoie before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
Savoie is home to numerous public fishing venues. Browse all venues in Savoie or explore all of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.
France offers outstanding fishing year-round. The main coarse close season applies to some rivers (typically January–March for certain species), but still-water carp fishing on private and AAPPMA-managed lakes is available throughout the year. Spring (March–June) is the classic French carp season, with fish actively feeding and moving into shallow margins. Summer nights (June–August) are ideal for big-fish sessions on the large public reservoirs and rivers. Autumn (September–November) is particularly productive on the Auvergne and Languedoc lakes as temperatures drop. The Loire and Saône river systems produce excellent catfish sport from June through September, while the Dordogne and its tributaries fish well for chub, barbel and trout from spring through autumn.
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