Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 4 acres (2 ha)
Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 4 acres (2 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 463mi from Calais
About Lac de la Vecchia
Lac de la Vecchia is a intimate natural lake in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 2 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Lac de la Vecchia is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 463 miles from Calais, Lac de la Vecchia 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
Savoie
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Lake
Size
4 acres (2 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
463 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA La Gaule Mauriennaise (Modane)
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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 Mauriennaise (Modane)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac de la Vecchia?+
Lac de la Vecchia covers 4 acres (2 ha) in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de la Vecchia?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de la Vecchia?+
Night fishing at Lac de la Vecchia is not permitted. High Altitude. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de la Vecchia?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de la Vecchia under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de la Vecchia from Calais?+
Lac de la Vecchia is approximately 463 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de la Vecchia?+
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 La Gaule Mauriennaise (Modane)).
Fishing in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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.