Lac de Joux Plane is a intimate 2.4-hectare mountain lake in Haute-Savoie offering pike and perch alongside trout species — an excellent change of pace for UK anglers seeking predator fishing in alpine scenery. Bank fishing only keeps the venue peaceful and uncrowded, though day sessions only apply here as night fishing is prohibited (1st category water). You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA du Faucigny membership; at 400 miles from Calais, combine this with other regional venues to maximise your trip value.
Night fishing at Lac de Joux Plane 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 de Joux Plane under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA du Faucigny. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Joux Plane 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 de Joux Plane — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Faucigny. Licences are available online before your trip.
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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 du Faucigny) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac de Joux Plane, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Faucigny is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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