Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 57 acres (23 ha)
Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 57 acres (23 ha) Lake No night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 425mi from Calais
About Lac de Sainte-Hélène
Lac de Sainte-Hélène is a small natural lake in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 23 hectares of freshwater fishing. The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Lac de Sainte-Hélène is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Float-tube only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Lac de Sainte-Hélène is 425 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
Savoie
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Lake
Size
57 acres (23 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
425 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA L'Amicale des Pêcheurs de Sainte-Hélène-du-Lac
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Lac de Sainte-Hélène holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, tench, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 L'Amicale des Pêcheurs de Sainte-Hélène-du-Lac) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac de Sainte-Hélène?+
Lac de Sainte-Hélène covers 57 acres (23 ha) in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Sainte-Hélène?+
The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Sainte-Hélène?+
Night fishing at Lac de Sainte-Hélène is not permitted. 2nd Cat. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Sainte-Hélène?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Sainte-Hélène under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Sainte-Hélène from Calais?+
Lac de Sainte-Hélène is approximately 425 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Sainte-Hélène?+
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 L'Amicale des Pêcheurs de Sainte-Hélène-du-Lac).
Fishing in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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