Lac des Verdets is a pristine high-altitude alpine trout lake nestled in the Haute-Savoie department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, offering excellent fly-fishing opportunities in a stunning mountain setting. This glacial water is renowned for its healthy populations of wild trout and char, making it an ideal destination for anglers seeking solitude and consistent sport in the French Alps.
Night fishing at Lac des Verdets 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 Verdets.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac des Verdets 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 Haute-Savoie. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac des Verdets holds brown trout, rainbow trout, arctic char, lake trout.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac des Verdets — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Haute-Savoie. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Lac des Verdets, 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 Haute-Savoie is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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