Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 759 acres (307 ha)
Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 759 acres (307 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 425mi from Calais
About Lac de Roselend
Lac de Roselend is a large public reservoir in the Savoie department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 307 hectares (759-acre) of open water. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Lac de Roselend is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Lac de Roselend is 425 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.
Department
Savoie
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
759 acres (307 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
425 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de la Vallée du Doron de Beaufort
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac de Roselend?+
Lac de Roselend covers 759 acres (307 ha) in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Roselend?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Roselend?+
Night fishing at Lac de Roselend is not permitted. 1st Cat. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Roselend?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Roselend under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Roselend from Calais?+
Lac de Roselend is approximately 425 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Roselend?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA de la Vallée du Doron de Beaufort).
Fishing in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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