Lac du Pelve is a compact alpine lake tucked into the Vanoise massif, offering intimate bank fishing for pike, perch and tench in a spectacular mountain setting—though note this isn't a carp venue. Day fishing only due to national park regulations, so plan accordingly for your French trip. You'll need to contact AAPPMA La Gaule Tarine (Moûtiers) for access permission and a local fishing licence.
At 448 miles from Calais, Lac du Pelve 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.
Night fishing at Lac du Pelve 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 du Pelve 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 du Pelve holds pike, perch, tench. 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 du Pelve — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA La Gaule Tarine (Moûtiers). Licences are available online before your trip.
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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 La Gaule Tarine (Moûtiers)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac du Pelve, 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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