Laus Rion is a pristine alpine trout lake nestled in the high mountains of the Alpes-Maritimes, offering challenging fly-fishing opportunities in a stunning Mediterranean alpine setting. This remote, cold-water environment demands technical skill but rewards anglers with healthy populations of wild and introduced trout species.
Night fishing at Laus Rion 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 Laus Rion.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Laus Rion 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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Laus Rion holds brown trout, rainbow trout, arctic char.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Laus Rion — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Alpes-Maritimes. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Laus Rion, 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.
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