Haute-Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 3 acres (1 ha)
Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 3 acres (1 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 409mi from Calais
About Retenue de l'Étale
Retenue de l'Étale is a intimate natural lake in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 1 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Pike, Perch and Tench.
Fishing at Retenue de l'Étale is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Retenue de l'Étale is 409 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — the fishing is well worth it.
Department
Haute-Savoie
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Lake
Size
3 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
409 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Annecy Rivières
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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 Annecy Rivières) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Retenue de l'Étale?+
Retenue de l'Étale covers 3 acres (1 ha) in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Retenue de l'Étale?+
The water holds Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Retenue de l'Étale?+
Night fishing at Retenue de l'Étale is not permitted. Artificial reservoir.
Are bivvies allowed at Retenue de l'Étale?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Retenue de l'Étale under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Retenue de l'Étale from Calais?+
Retenue de l'Étale is approximately 409 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Retenue de l'Étale?+
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 Annecy Rivières).
Fishing in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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