Lac Noir is a pristine, high-altitude mountain lake in Savoie offering intimate day-fishing only for pike, trout and perch in a stunning Alpine setting — ideal if you're after a scenic break from lowland carp water. At just 3.3 hectares, it's compact bank-fishing only, perfect for exploring multiple swims in a single session. Note: you'll need a valid fishing licence and membership with AAPPMA La Gaule Mauriennaise (Modane) — contact them locally before your trip, as this remote venue (462 miles from Calais) requires proper paperwork and may have seasonal restrictions.
Night fishing at Lac Noir 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 Noir under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA La Gaule Mauriennaise (Modane). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac Noir holds brown trout, rainbow trout, perch, pike. 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 Noir — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA La Gaule Mauriennaise (Modane). 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 Mauriennaise (Modane)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac Noir, 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 Mauriennaise (Modane) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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