This intimate 4-hectare alpine lake in Savoie offers pristine bank fishing for trout, pike and perch in a stunning mountain setting—though it's strictly daytime only and off-limits to night fishing. Despite being 444 miles from Calais, it's worth the journey if you're keen to explore France beyond the traditional carp lakes, with no boats allowed, so you'll have a peaceful, undisturbed experience. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and membership with AAPPMA Lacs et Torrents (based in Bourg-St-Maurice) to fish here.
Night fishing at Lac du Grattaleu is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Savoie has only 4 designated night carp sites (Plans d'eau du Sauget, Reculfort, Lac d'Aiguebelette, Plan d'eau de Grésy-sur-Isère), all on advance reservation. All other Savoie waters: night fishing prohibited. Source: savoiepeche.com Guide 2026 Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac du Grattaleu under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA Lacs et Torrents (Bourg-St-Maurice). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac du Grattaleu holds brown trout, rainbow trout, perch, pike. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue — spinning, deadbaiting and lure fishing are all effective methods.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac du Grattaleu — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA Lacs et Torrents (Bourg-St-Maurice). Licences are available online before your trip.
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: 14 Mar–20 Sep 2026. No night fishing permitted. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA Lacs et Torrents (Bourg-St-Maurice)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac du Grattaleu, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA Lacs et Torrents (Bourg-St-Maurice) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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