Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 3 acres (1 ha)
Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 3 acres (1 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 447mi from Calais
About Lac du Col de la Vanoise
Lac du Col de la Vanoise is a intimate natural lake in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 1 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Lac du Col de la Vanoise is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 447 miles from Calais, Lac du Col de la Vanoise requires a longer journey from the UK, but Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — rewards the trip.
Department
Savoie
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Lake
Size
3 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
447 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA La Gaule Tarine (Moûtiers)
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac du Col de la Vanoise?+
Lac du Col de la Vanoise covers 3 acres (1 ha) in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac du Col de la Vanoise?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac du Col de la Vanoise?+
Night fishing at Lac du Col de la Vanoise is not permitted. 1st Cat. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac du Col de la Vanoise?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac du Col de la Vanoise under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac du Col de la Vanoise from Calais?+
Lac du Col de la Vanoise is approximately 447 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac du Col de la Vanoise?+
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 La Gaule Tarine (Moûtiers)).
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.
