Lac de Roterel is a pristine alpine trout lake nestled in the high mountains of Savoie, offering the classic French mountain fishing experience with excellent visibility and cold, clean waters. This remote high-altitude destination is ideal for fly fishing and light tackle enthusiasts seeking native and stocked trout in a stunning mountain setting.
Night fishing at Lac de Roterel 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 Lac de Roterel.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Roterel 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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Lac de Roterel holds brown trout, rainbow trout, arctic char.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac de Roterel — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Savoie. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Lac de Roterel, 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.
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