Étang du Lotu is a pristine alpine trout lake nestled in the high mountains of Haute-Corse, offering anglers the chance to pursue wild fish in a remote Mediterranean alpine setting. This high-altitude Corsican water provides an authentic mountain fishing experience with dramatic peaks and clear, cold waters ideal for native and stocked trout populations.
Night fishing at Étang du Lotu 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 Étang du Lotu.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang du Lotu 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-Corse. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang du Lotu holds brown trout, rainbow trout, arctic char.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Étang du Lotu — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Haute-Corse. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Étang du Lotu, 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-Corse is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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