Do you need a licence to fish in Chambéry?

Yes, fishing is regulated. You must have a valid fishing licence. This can be an annual or a day licence. You can buy one online or from tourist information offices and your local AAPPMA.

What is the ‘Take and Release’ programme?

This route is dedicated to recreational and responsible fishing. On the Leysse, the Albanne and the Chéran, you can practise ‘catch-and-release’ fishing: every fish caught must be returned to the water. An ideal way to help preserve biodiversity and prolong the enjoyment.

Is there any fishing for families near Chambéry?

Yes, the lake at Challes-les-Eaux offers a ‘family’ route that’s perfect for introducing young and old alike to the sport. Accessible and welcoming, it combines safety, tranquillity and quality time together in a soothing natural setting.

Where can you go fishing in the Cœur des Bauges and in Aillons-Margériaz?

Enthusiasts will find plenty to enjoy on the Chéran and its tributaries, as well as at the lakes of Le Châtelard, Lescheraines and La Motte-en-Bauges. These are places that combine authenticity, spectacular scenery and tranquillity.

Fishing Chambéry Montagnes

Fishing in Chambéry Montagnes: lakes and rivers at the foot of the mountains

Fancy a spot of fishing in Chambéry? Nestled between the city and the countryside, discover unique spots where you can cast your line in complete tranquillity. From unspoilt rivers to peaceful lakes, each spot promises an authentic experience. Easily accessible from the ‘City of the Dukes’, these aquatic gems invite you to truly reconnect with nature.

Fishing in the heart of Chambéry

On the Leysse and Albanne rivers, a ‘catch and release’ route awaits you right in the city centre. Ideal for fans of sport fishing and responsible angling, it allows you to fish for brown trout in a surprising setting, combining urban rivers with views of the mountains.

A nature getaway in the Bauges

Fancy a bit more space? In the heart of the Bauges, the River Chéran – designated a ‘Site Rivières Sauvages’ (Wild Rivers Site) – stretches for 65 km of unspoilt beauty. The lakes at Le Châtelard and Lescheraines, for example, offer you a chance to enjoy a relaxing time with the mountain peaks as your backdrop.