Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 50 acres (20 ha)
Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 50 acres (20 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 455mi from Calais
About Lac du Goléon
Set in the Savoie department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Lac du Goléon is a small natural lake of 20 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species present include Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Night fishing is not permitted at Lac du Goléon, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Lac du Goléon is 455 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
50 acres (20 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
455 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 du Goléon?+
Lac du Goléon covers 50 acres (20 ha) in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac du Goléon?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac du Goléon?+
Night fishing at Lac du Goléon is not permitted. 1st Cat. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac du Goléon?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac du Goléon under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac du Goléon from Calais?+
Lac du Goléon is approximately 455 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac du Goléon?+
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.
