Lac de Marlens is a intimate natural lake in Haute-Savoie (413 miles south of Calais) that offers pike, perch and tench fishing in a peaceful Alpine setting—ideal if you want to escape the busier French venues. Bank fishing only and no night sessions, so plan for daytime-focused sessions on this 1.9-hectare gem. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA card from Annecy Rivières to fish here.
At 413 miles from Calais, Lac de Marlens 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.
Night fishing at Lac de Marlens is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Haute-Savoie only permits night carp on 8 specific named lakes (Lac d'Ayze, Lac du Bois des Îles, Lac de Chamonix, Lac de Motte Longue, Lacs des Îlettes, Lac de Machilly, Lac du Môle). Source: pechehautesavoie.com/reglementation/peche-de-la-carpe/ Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Marlens under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA Annecy Rivières. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Marlens holds pike, perch, tench. 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 Marlens — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA Annecy Rivières. 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 Annecy Rivières) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac de Marlens, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA Annecy Rivières is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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