Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 3 acres (1 ha)
Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 3 acres (1 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 445mi from Calais
About Lac du Plan du Cheval
Lac du Plan du Cheval 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 Plan du Cheval is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 445 miles from Calais, Lac du Plan du Cheval 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
445 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Lacs et Torrents (Bourg-St-Maurice)
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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 Lacs et Torrents (Bourg-St-Maurice)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac du Plan du Cheval?+
Lac du Plan du Cheval covers 3 acres (1 ha) in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac du Plan du Cheval?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac du Plan du Cheval?+
Night fishing at Lac du Plan du Cheval is not permitted. 1st Cat. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac du Plan du Cheval?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac du Plan du Cheval under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac du Plan du Cheval from Calais?+
Lac du Plan du Cheval is approximately 445 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac du Plan du Cheval?+
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 Lacs et Torrents (Bourg-St-Maurice)).
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.
