Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 25 acres (10 ha)
Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 25 acres (10 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 448mi from Calais
About Lac des Quirlies
Set in the Savoie department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Lac des Quirlies is a small natural lake of 10 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species present include Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Night fishing is not permitted at Lac des Quirlies, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Lac des Quirlies is 448 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
25 acres (10 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
448 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de l'Amicale des Pêcheurs de l'Arc (La Chambre/Aiguebelle)
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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 de l'Amicale des Pêcheurs de l'Arc (La Chambre/Aiguebelle)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac des Quirlies?+
Lac des Quirlies covers 25 acres (10 ha) in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac des Quirlies?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac des Quirlies?+
Night fishing at Lac des Quirlies is not permitted. 1st Cat. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac des Quirlies?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac des Quirlies under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac des Quirlies from Calais?+
Lac des Quirlies is approximately 448 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac des Quirlies?+
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 de l'Amicale des Pêcheurs de l'Arc (La Chambre/Aiguebelle)).
Fishing in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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.
