Haute-Savoie · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 1 acres (1 ha)
Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 1 acres (1 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lacs de Chéserys
Lacs de Chéserys are pristine alpine glacial lakes nestled in the Mont-Blanc massif of Haute-Savoie, offering pure high-altitude trout fishing in one of France's most spectacular mountain settings. These challenging waters reward dedicated anglers with healthy populations of native trout in crystalline conditions, accessible via rewarding hiking approaches.
Department
Haute-Savoie
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Water
Size
1 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Haute-Savoie
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lacs de Chéserys
Night fishing at Lacs de Chéserys 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 Lacs de Chéserys.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lacs de Chéserys 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-Savoie. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lacs de Chéserys holds arctic char, brown trout, rainbow trout.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lacs de Chéserys — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Haute-Savoie. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lacs de Chéserys covers 1 acres (1 ha) in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lacs de Chéserys?+
The water holds Arctic char, Brown trout, Rainbow trout.
Is night fishing allowed at Lacs de Chéserys?+
Night fishing at Lacs de Chéserys 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 Lacs de Chéserys?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lacs de Chéserys 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 Lacs de Chéserys?+
Boats are not permitted at Lacs de Chéserys. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lacs de Chéserys?+
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 Haute-Savoie). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lacs de Chéserys
To fish Lacs de Chéserys, 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-Savoie is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
