Alpes-Maritimes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 5 acres (2 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac Vert de Fontanalbe
Lac Vert de Fontanalbe is a pristine high-altitude alpine lake nestled in the Alpes-Maritimes, offering crystal-clear waters and dramatic mountain scenery that characterizes this remote corner of southeastern France. This classic trout water rewards anglers willing to tackle the approach with excellent fly-fishing opportunities and the chance to land healthy populations of mountain-adapted salmonids.
Department
Alpes-Maritimes
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Water Type
Water
Size
5 acres (2 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Alpes-Maritimes
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac Vert de Fontanalbe
Night fishing at Lac Vert de Fontanalbe 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 Vert de Fontanalbe 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 Alpes-Maritimes. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac Vert de Fontanalbe holds brown trout, rainbow trout, arctic char.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac Vert de Fontanalbe — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Alpes-Maritimes. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac Vert de Fontanalbe covers 5 acres (2 ha) in Alpes-Maritimes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac Vert de Fontanalbe?+
The water holds Brown trout, Rainbow trout, Arctic char.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac Vert de Fontanalbe?+
Night fishing at Lac Vert de Fontanalbe 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. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac Vert de Fontanalbe?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac Vert de Fontanalbe under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Lac Vert de Fontanalbe?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac Vert de Fontanalbe. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac Vert de Fontanalbe?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (Fédération de Pêche Alpes-Maritimes). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac Vert de Fontanalbe
To fish Lac Vert de Fontanalbe, 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 Alpes-Maritimes is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
