Lac de la Vecchia is a intimate high-altitude natural lake in Savoie offering day-fishing only for trout, pike and perch rather than carp — worth considering if you're exploring mixed species opportunities during a French trip. Bank fishing only on this 1.7-hectare gem makes it perfect for a peaceful day away from pressure, roughly 463 miles from Calais in the stunning Maurienne Valley. You'll need to contact AAPPMA La Gaule Mauriennaise (based in Modane) to arrange access and obtain your mandatory French fishing permit before visiting.
Night fishing at Lac de la Vecchia 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 Vecchia under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA La Gaule Mauriennaise (Modane). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de la Vecchia 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 Vecchia — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA La Gaule Mauriennaise (Modane). Licences are available online before your trip.
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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.
To fish Lac de la Vecchia, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA La Gaule Mauriennaise (Modane) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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