Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 1 acres (0 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac des Hermes
Lac des Hermes is a pristine alpine trout lake nestled in the high mountains of the Hautes-Alpes, offering exceptional fly-fishing opportunities in a remote, unspoiled setting. This glacial mountain water provides challenging conditions and rewarding catches for anglers seeking authentic high-altitude trout fishing in the French Alps.
Department
Hautes-Alpes
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Water Type
Water
Size
1 acres (0 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Hautes-Alpes
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac des Hermes
Night fishing at Lac des Hermes 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 Hermes.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac des Hermes 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 Hautes-Alpes. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac des Hermes holds brown trout, rainbow trout, arctic char.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac des Hermes — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Hautes-Alpes. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac des Hermes covers 1 acres (0 ha) in Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac des Hermes?+
The water holds Brown trout, Rainbow trout, Arctic char.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac des Hermes?+
Night fishing at Lac des Hermes 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 Hermes?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac des Hermes 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 Hermes?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac des Hermes. 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 Hermes?+
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 Hautes-Alpes). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac des Hermes
To fish Lac des Hermes, 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 Hautes-Alpes is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
