One of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes's natural lakes, Lac de l'Embouteilleux in Haute-Savoie covers 3 hectares and is open to coarse fishing under French public fishing regulations. Anglers can expect to encounter Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Lac de l'Embouteilleux operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
At 370 miles from Calais, Lac de l'Embouteilleux 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.
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Lac de l'Embouteilleux holds brown trout, rainbow trout, perch, pike. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue.
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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 Chablais-Genevois) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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