Lac de la Motte is a scenic 14-hectare alpine reservoir in Savoie offering daytime bank fishing for pike and trout in stunning mountain surroundings — though carp anglers should note this is primarily a coarse fish venue without night fishing. Located 439 miles from Calais in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, it's a worthwhile detour if you're combining it with nearby lowland carp waters. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and must register with the local AAPPMA de l'Amicale des Pêcheurs de l'Arc (based in La Chambre).
Night fishing at Lac de la Motte 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 Motte 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 Motte 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 Motte — 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 Motte, 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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