Lac de la Gittaz isn't your typical carp destination — this 36-hectare mountain reservoir in Savoie is a pristine trout and pike fishery where bank anglers will find excellent clarity and stunning alpine scenery. As a 1st Category water, day fishing only applies, so plan your sessions accordingly; pike and perch offer exciting alternatives to carp if you're willing to diversify. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA de la Vallée du Doron de Beaufort membership — contact them locally before your visit, as this remote spot (424 miles from Calais) demands proper permits and respects strict conservation rules.
Night fishing at Lac de la Gittaz is not permitted. Lac de la Gittaz (~1800m, Savoie) — very high-altitude EDF. Boats forbidden. Night carp not authorised. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Lac de la Gittaz.
Bivouac & overnight camping is not permitted at Lac de la Gittaz.
Managed by AAPPMA de la Vallée du Doron de Beaufort. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de la Gittaz 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 de la Gittaz — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de la Vallée du Doron de Beaufort. 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 la Vallée du Doron de Beaufort) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac de la Gittaz, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de la Vallée du Doron de Beaufort is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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