Lac de la Portette, Savoie
This intimate natural lake in the Alpine foothills is a scenic day-fishing destination, though note it's classified 1st Category (trout water), so carp aren't the primary quarry—pike and perch offer the main sport for visiting anglers. Bank fishing only across just 1.1 hectares makes it a peaceful, manageable venue 429 miles southeast of Calais, best suited as a secondary stop rather than a dedicated trip. You'll need an AAPPMA permit from Vallée du Doron de Beaufort; day fishing only, no night sessions.
Night fishing at Lac de la Portette 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 Portette under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA de la Vallée du Doron de Beaufort. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de la Portette 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 Portette — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de la Vallée du Doron de Beaufort. 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 la Vallée du Doron de Beaufort) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac de la Portette, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de la Vallée du Doron de Beaufort is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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