Lac du Sambuis is a pristine alpine trout lake nestled in the high mountains of Savoie, offering anglers a genuine mountain fishing experience in stunning natural surroundings. This cold-water environment delivers excellent conditions for wild trout and char, with the dramatic alpine setting providing both challenging fishing and spectacular scenery.
Night fishing at Lac du Sambuis 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 Sambuis.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac du Sambuis 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 Sambuis holds brown trout, rainbow trout, arctic char, lake trout.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac du Sambuis — 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 Sambuis, 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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