Lac de la Girotte

Haute-Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 183 acres (74 ha)
Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 183 acres (74 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 421mi from Calais

About Lac de la Girotte

The 183-acre reservoir of Lac de la Girotte sits within the Haute-Savoie department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Anglers can expect to encounter Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.

Lac de la Girotte 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 421 miles from Calais, Lac de la Girotte 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.

Department
Haute-Savoie
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
183 acres (74 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
421 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA du Faucigny
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Fish Species at Lac de la Girotte

Lac de la Girotte holds brown trout, rainbow trout, perch, pike. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue.

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Lac de la Girotte, Haute-Savoie

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Fishing Season & Rules

1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: approx. Apr–Sep (mountain lake – confirm local dates). No night fishing. Carp/coarse: all year.

Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA du Faucigny) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.

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