Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 5 acres (2 ha)
Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 5 acres (2 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 443mi from Calais
About Retenue d'Altitude de l'Ariondaz
Retenue d'Altitude de l'Ariondaz is a intimate natural lake in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 2 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Retenue d'Altitude de l'Ariondaz is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 443 miles from Calais, Retenue d'Altitude de l'Ariondaz 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
5 acres (2 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
443 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA La Gaule Tarine (Moûtiers)
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: approx. Apr–Sep (mountain lake – confirm local dates). No night fishing. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA La Gaule Tarine (Moûtiers)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Retenue d'Altitude de l'Ariondaz?+
Retenue d'Altitude de l'Ariondaz covers 5 acres (2 ha) in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Retenue d'Altitude de l'Ariondaz?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Retenue d'Altitude de l'Ariondaz?+
Night fishing at Retenue d'Altitude de l'Ariondaz is not permitted. 1st Cat. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Retenue d'Altitude de l'Ariondaz?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Retenue d'Altitude de l'Ariondaz under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Retenue d'Altitude de l'Ariondaz from Calais?+
Retenue d'Altitude de l'Ariondaz is approximately 443 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Retenue d'Altitude de l'Ariondaz?+
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 La Gaule Tarine (Moûtiers)).
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.
