Haute-Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 3 acres (1 ha)
Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 3 acres (1 ha) Lake No night fishing 413mi from Calais
About Lac de la Persévérance
One of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes's natural lakes, Lac de la Persévérance in Haute-Savoie covers 1 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 la Persévérance operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only.
At 413 miles from Calais, Lac de la Persévérance 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
Lake
Size
3 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
413 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Annecy Rivières
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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 Annecy Rivières) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac de la Persévérance?+
Lac de la Persévérance covers 3 acres (1 ha) in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de la Persévérance?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de la Persévérance?+
Night fishing at Lac de la Persévérance is not permitted. High altitude (Nature Reserve).
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de la Persévérance?+
Bivvy camping restrictions apply at Lac de la Persévérance. Full details are available to PiscaMaps members.
How far is Lac de la Persévérance from Calais?+
Lac de la Persévérance is approximately 413 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de la Persévérance?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA Annecy Rivières).
Fishing in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Haute-Savoie is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
