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Plan d'eau du Châtelard, Savoie
This intimate 20-hectare natural lake in the French Alps offers solid carp alongside pike and bream, making it a rewarding destination for UK anglers seeking something quieter than the crowded lowland venues. Day fishing only (night sessions not permitted), and the no-boats policy keeps the water peaceful and undisturbed—ideal for stalking and margin work. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA de la Savoie membership; contact them directly to confirm current access conditions and any seasonal restrictions.
Night fishing at Plan d'eau du Châtelard 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 Plan d'eau du Châtelard under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA de la Savoie. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
Plan d'eau du Châtelard holds carp, pike, perch, bream, trout. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Plan d'eau du Châtelard — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de la Savoie. Licences are available online before your trip.
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France is the closest mainland European fishing destination for UK anglers. The Channel Tunnel (Folkestone–Calais, ~35 min) is the fastest crossing, while P&O Ferries (Dover–Calais, ~90 min) offer good value for heavy kit. Most northern French venues are within 2–4 hours of Calais; southern venues require a full day of driving.
A Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence) is required for all freshwater fishing. Buy online at cartedepeche.fr before you travel. Annual, weekly and daily options are available and include your AAPPMA affiliation for the selected department.
To fish Plan d'eau du Châtelard, 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 Savoie is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
Savoie is home to numerous public fishing venues. Browse all venues in Savoie or explore all of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.
France offers outstanding fishing year-round. The main coarse close season applies to some rivers (typically January–March for certain species), but still-water carp fishing on private and AAPPMA-managed lakes is available throughout the year. Spring (March–June) is the classic French carp season, with fish actively feeding and moving into shallow margins. Summer nights (June–August) are ideal for big-fish sessions on the large public reservoirs and rivers. Autumn (September–November) is particularly productive on the Auvergne and Languedoc lakes as temperatures drop. The Loire and Saône river systems produce excellent catfish sport from June through September, while the Dordogne and its tributaries fish well for chub, barbel and trout from spring through autumn.
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