Lac du Grand Fond is a pristine alpine trout lake nestled in the high mountains of Savoie, offering crystal-clear waters and challenging conditions for experienced anglers seeking wild brown and lake trout. This remote mountain setting in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region provides excellent sight-fishing opportunities and a genuine wilderness experience above the tree line.
Night fishing at Lac du Grand Fond 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: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac du Grand Fond 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 du Grand Fond holds brown trout, lake trout (char), arctic char, rainbow trout.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac du Grand Fond — 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 du Grand Fond, 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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