This intimate 1.8-hectare reservoir in Haute-Savoie offers a peaceful alternative to busier French waters, with pike, perch and tench providing solid sport from the banks. Located 408 miles south-east of Calais in the Alps foothills, it's best suited to anglers seeking a quieter session rather than big-water tactics. Note: Night fishing is not permitted, and you'll need an AAPPMA du Faucigny day ticket to fish.
Retenue du Lachat is 408 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.
Night fishing at Retenue du Lachat is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Haute-Savoie only permits night carp on 8 specific named lakes (Lac d'Ayze, Lac du Bois des Îles, Lac de Chamonix, Lac de Motte Longue, Lacs des Îlettes, Lac de Machilly, Lac du Môle). Source: pechehautesavoie.com/reglementation/peche-de-la-carpe/ Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Retenue du Lachat under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA du Faucigny. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Retenue du Lachat holds pike, perch, tench. 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 Retenue du Lachat — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Faucigny. 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 du Faucigny) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Retenue du Lachat, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Faucigny is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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