Lac de la Croix is a compact, intimate mountain lake in Savoie offering day-only bank fishing for trout, pike and perch in pristine Alpine surroundings — a refreshing change of pace from typical French carp waters. At just under 2 hectares, it's ideal if you're seeking a quieter, technical day session rather than overnight campaigns, roughly 440 miles southeast of Calais. Note: this is a 1st Category water (no night fishing), and you'll need an AAPPMA permit from La Chambre/Aiguebelle to fish here.
At 440 miles from Calais, Lac de la Croix 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.
Night fishing at Lac de la Croix is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Savoie has only 4 designated night carp sites (Plans d'eau du Sauget, Reculfort, Lac d'Aiguebelette, Plan d'eau de Grésy-sur-Isère), all on advance reservation. All other Savoie waters: night fishing prohibited. Source: savoiepeche.com Guide 2026 Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de la Croix under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA de l'Amicale des Pêcheurs de l'Arc (La Chambre/Aiguebelle). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de la Croix 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 la Croix — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de l'Amicale des Pêcheurs de l'Arc (La Chambre/Aiguebelle). 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 de l'Amicale des Pêcheurs de l'Arc (La Chambre/Aiguebelle)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac de la Croix, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de l'Amicale des Pêcheurs de l'Arc (La Chambre/Aiguebelle) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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