This intimate high-altitude lake system in Savoie won't suit traditional carp anglers—it's a pristine trout and pike venue where day fishing only applies, and bank access keeps things simple. At 6.3 hectares across five interconnected lakes, it offers genuine wilderness appeal for UK anglers seeking a break from crowded lowland venues, with pike and perch adding variety alongside trout. It's a serious trek from Calais (428 miles), best combined with a broader Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes trip.
Practical note: Day fishing only; you'll need a French fishing licence plus membership with the local AAPPMA de la Vallée du Doron de Beaufort.
Night fishing at Lacs de Forclaz (les Cinq Lacs) 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 Lacs de Forclaz (les Cinq Lacs) under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA de la Vallée du Doron de Beaufort. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lacs de Forclaz (les Cinq Lacs) 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 Lacs de Forclaz (les Cinq Lacs) — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de la Vallée du Doron de Beaufort. 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 de la Vallée du Doron de Beaufort) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lacs de Forclaz (les Cinq Lacs), you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de la Vallée du Doron de Beaufort is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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