Lac du Cinto is a pristine alpine trout lake nestled in the high mountains of Haute-Corse, offering challenging fly-fishing in an authentic Mediterranean mountain setting. This remote, high-altitude water rewards anglers willing to tackle the demanding approach with excellent opportunities for wild trout in crystalline conditions.
Night fishing at Lac du Cinto 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 du Cinto.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac du Cinto 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-Corse. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac du Cinto holds brown trout, rainbow trout, arctic char.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac du Cinto — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Haute-Corse. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Lac du Cinto, 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-Corse is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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