Lac d'Ambin is a compact, scenic alpine lake in the Maurienne Valley offering day-fishing only for trout and pike across its 7.5 hectares—ideal for a focused bank-fishing break rather than a dedicated carp trip. At 464 miles from Calais, it's best combined with other Savoie venues rather than tackled solo, and the 1st category classification means no night sessions. You'll need to contact AAPPMA La Gaule Mauriennaise (Modane) for day permits and access details before travelling.
Night fishing at Lac d'Ambin ou Lac Bleu 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 d'Ambin ou Lac Bleu under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA La Gaule Mauriennaise (Modane). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac d'Ambin ou Lac Bleu 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 d'Ambin ou Lac Bleu — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA La Gaule Mauriennaise (Modane). 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 La Gaule Mauriennaise (Modane)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac d'Ambin ou Lac Bleu, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA La Gaule Mauriennaise (Modane) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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