Haute-Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 3 acres (1 ha)
Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 3 acres (1 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 412mi from Calais
About Lac du Mont Charvin
Lac du Mont Charvin is a intimate natural lake in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 1 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Lac du Mont Charvin is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Lac du Mont Charvin is 412 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
Haute-Savoie
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Lake
Size
3 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
412 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Annecy Rivières
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2nd Category water. Carp/coarse: open all year. Pike: 25 Apr 2026–31 Jan 2027 (closed Feb–Apr). Zander/Perch/Catfish: all year. Pike season as above.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA Annecy Rivières) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac du Mont Charvin?+
Lac du Mont Charvin covers 3 acres (1 ha) in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac du Mont Charvin?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac du Mont Charvin?+
Night fishing at Lac du Mont Charvin is not permitted. High Altitude.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac du Mont Charvin?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac du Mont Charvin under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac du Mont Charvin from Calais?+
Lac du Mont Charvin is approximately 412 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac du Mont Charvin?+
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 Annecy Rivières).
Fishing in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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