Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 2 acres (1 ha)
Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 2 acres (1 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Grand Lac de Chardonet
Grand Lac de Chardonet is a pristine high-altitude alpine lake in the Savoie department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, offering classic mountain trout fishing in a stunning glaciated landscape. This remote, crystal-clear water is ideal for anglers seeking solitude and excellent prospects for wild trout in an authentic alpine setting.
Department
Savoie
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Water
Size
2 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Savoie
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Grand Lac de Chardonet
Night fishing at Grand Lac de Chardonet is not permitted. Night fishing prohibited. Mountain/Category 1 trout water — French law prohibits night fishing between 30 min after sunset and 30 min before sunrise. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Grand Lac de Chardonet.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Grand Lac de Chardonet under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Savoie. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Grand Lac de Chardonet holds brown trout, rainbow trout, arctic char.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Grand Lac de Chardonet — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Savoie. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Grand Lac de Chardonet covers 2 acres (1 ha) in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Grand Lac de Chardonet?+
The water holds Brown trout, Rainbow trout, Arctic char.
Is night fishing allowed at Grand Lac de Chardonet?+
Night fishing at Grand Lac de Chardonet is not permitted. Night fishing prohibited. Mountain/Category 1 trout water — French law prohibits night fishing between 30 min after sunset and 30 min before sunrise. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Grand Lac de Chardonet?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Grand Lac de Chardonet under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Grand Lac de Chardonet?+
Boats are not permitted at Grand Lac de Chardonet. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Grand Lac de Chardonet?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (Fédération de Pêche Savoie). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Grand Lac de Chardonet
To fish Grand Lac de Chardonet, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Savoie is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
