Lac des Uelys is a pristine high-altitude trout lake nestled in the French Alps of Savoie, offering anglers genuine alpine fishing in a spectacular mountain setting. This remote mountain water is an excellent destination for fly fishing and light tackle enthusiasts seeking native and stocked trout populations in unspoiled terrain.
Night fishing at Lac des Uelys 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 Uelys.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac des Uelys 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 Uelys holds brown trout, rainbow trout, arctic char.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac des Uelys — 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 des Uelys, 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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