This intimate 9.43-hectare mountain lake in Haute-Savoie offers a peaceful alternative to commercial venues, with pike and perch alongside trout populations—ideal if you're exploring beyond dedicated carp waters. Bank fishing only and no night sessions (1st category rules), but the scenic alpine setting rewards daytime sessions. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA du Faucigny permit; at 394 miles from Calais, combine it with nearby larger venues for a fuller trip.
Night fishing at Lac des Plagnes 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 des Plagnes under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA du Faucigny. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac des Plagnes 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 des Plagnes — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Faucigny. Licences are available online before your trip.
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: approx. Apr–Sep (mountain lake – confirm local dates). No night fishing. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA du Faucigny) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac des Plagnes, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Faucigny is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Lac des Plagnes is 394 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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