Lac Cottepens is a scenic 35-hectare mountain reservoir in Savoie offering bank-only fishing for trout, pike and perch in a peaceful Alpine setting—though it's worth noting this is a trout-focused venue rather than a carp destination. Day fishing only (no night sessions) in this 1st Category water means early starts are essential. At 440 miles from Calais, it's best combined with other venues in the region; you'll need an AAPPMA card from La Chambre or Aiguebelle before you fish.
Night fishing at Lac Cottepens 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 Lac Cottepens under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA de l'Amicale des Pêcheurs de l'Arc (La Chambre/Aiguebelle). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac Cottepens holds brown trout, rainbow trout, perch, pike. 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 Lac Cottepens — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de l'Amicale des Pêcheurs de l'Arc (La Chambre/Aiguebelle). Licences are available online before your trip.
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: 14 Mar–20 Sep 2026. No night fishing permitted. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA de l'Amicale des Pêcheurs de l'Arc (La Chambre/Aiguebelle)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac Cottepens, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de l'Amicale des Pêcheurs de l'Arc (La Chambre/Aiguebelle) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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