One of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes's natural lakes, Lac de la Patinoire in Savoie covers 6 hectares and is open to coarse fishing under French public fishing regulations. Lac de la Patinoire holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Lac de la Patinoire 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 445 miles from Calais, Lac de la Patinoire 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 la Patinoire holds carp, pike, perch, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout 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 La Gaule Tarine (Moûtiers)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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