Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 2 acres (1 ha)
Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 2 acres (1 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac des Chamois
Lac des Chamois is a pristine high-altitude trout lake nestled in the French Alps of Savoie, offering classic alpine fly-fishing in a stunning mountain setting. This remote water delivers excellent opportunities for wild brown trout and Arctic char in crystal-clear conditions.
Department
Savoie
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Water
Size
2 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Savoie
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac des Chamois
Night fishing at Lac des Chamois 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 des Chamois.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac des Chamois 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 des Chamois holds brown trout, arctic char, lake trout.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac des Chamois — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Savoie. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac des Chamois covers 2 acres (1 ha) in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac des Chamois?+
The water holds brown trout, Arctic char, lake trout.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac des Chamois?+
Night fishing at Lac des Chamois 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. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac des Chamois?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac des Chamois under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Lac des Chamois?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac des Chamois. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac des Chamois?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (Fédération de Pêche Savoie). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac des Chamois
To fish Lac des Chamois, 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.
