Haute-Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 11 acres (5 ha)
Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 11 acres (5 ha) Lake No night fishing 412mi from Calais
About Lac de Pormenaz
Lac de Pormenaz is a intimate natural lake in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 5 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Pike, Perch and Tench.
Fishing at Lac de Pormenaz is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only.
Lac de Pormenaz is 412 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — the fishing is well worth it.
Department
Haute-Savoie
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Lake
Size
11 acres (5 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
412 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA du Faucigny
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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 du Faucigny) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac de Pormenaz?+
Lac de Pormenaz covers 11 acres (5 ha) in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Pormenaz?+
The water holds Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Pormenaz?+
Night fishing at Lac de Pormenaz is not permitted. Nature Reserve.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Pormenaz?+
Bivvy camping restrictions apply at Lac de Pormenaz. Full details are available to PiscaMaps members.
How far is Lac de Pormenaz from Calais?+
Lac de Pormenaz is approximately 412 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Pormenaz?+
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 du Faucigny).
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.
