Haute-Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 4 acres (1 ha)
Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 4 acres (1 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 400mi from Calais
About Lac des Mines d'Or
Lac des Mines d'Or is a intimate natural lake in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 1 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Lac des Mines d'Or is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Lac des Mines d'Or is 400 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
4 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
400 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Annecy Rivières
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: 14 Mar–20 Sep 2026. No night fishing permitted. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA Annecy Rivières) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac des Mines d'Or?+
Lac des Mines d'Or covers 4 acres (1 ha) in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac des Mines d'Or?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac des Mines d'Or?+
Night fishing at Lac des Mines d'Or is not permitted. 1st category.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac des Mines d'Or?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac des Mines d'Or under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac des Mines d'Or from Calais?+
Lac des Mines d'Or is approximately 400 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac des Mines d'Or?+
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 Annecy Rivières).
Fishing in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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