Lac des Vaches is an intimate 2.95-hectare alpine lake in Savoie offering pristine bank fishing for pike and perch in stunning mountain scenery—a refreshing change of pace from lowland carp venues. Day fishing only (1st category water) means early starts and evening sessions are off the agenda, but the peaceful setting and healthy predator populations make it worth the 445-mile trek from Calais. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and membership with AAPPMA La Gaule Tarine (Moûtiers); contact them locally before your trip to confirm access.
Night fishing at Lac des Vaches is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Savoie has only 4 designated night carp sites (Plans d'eau du Sauget, Reculfort, Lac d'Aiguebelette, Plan d'eau de Grésy-sur-Isère), all on advance reservation. All other Savoie waters: night fishing prohibited. Source: savoiepeche.com Guide 2026 Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac des Vaches under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA La Gaule Tarine (Moûtiers). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac des Vaches 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 Vaches — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA La Gaule Tarine (Moûtiers). Licences are available online before your trip.
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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 La Gaule Tarine (Moûtiers)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac des Vaches, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA La Gaule Tarine (Moûtiers) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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