What if we teased the trout? !”
This 1st lake, coming from St Martin, is exclusively reserved for category 1 fishing and extends over 242 m in length.
It is full of wild fish and birds that you can observe up close.
Tranquility guaranteed for this lake nestled in a very peaceful wooded area. The island located in the middle of the lake is a hunting reserve sheltering many animals: you will have plenty of time to observe mallards, coots and wild rabbits while waiting for the fish takes the bait!

– Aquatic species: wild and rainbow trout, perch, carp, pike, roach, tench, chub, crayfish, verons, and frogs.
– Fishing license: on sale at the “Passion peche” store or at the Sallanches tourist office
– Night fishing for carp: “no kill” organized by the AAPPMA – Faucigny Approved Association for Fishing and Protection of the Aquatic Environment – ​​(registration required)
– Fishing competitions: organized by the fishing company (information at the tourist office)

To preserve the tranquility, hygiene and cleanliness of the premises, access to this 1st lake is prohibited for animals. The latter can take the so-called rustic route along the banks of the Arve at any time of the year.

Free parking and sanitary facilities are available on site. In addition, a fountain in the center of the car park allows you to stock up on drinking water.
Tips and Suggestions

Free parking

Label / practical information: Outdoors, Recommended in very hot weather

Opening

Opening hours from March 01 to September 30, 2025
MondayOpen
TuesdayOpen
WednesdayOpen
ThursdayOpen
FridayOpen
Open on SaturdayOpen
SundayOpen

The period open to first category fishing is from the 2nd Saturday in March to the 3rd Sunday in September.
All fishing is prohibited outside of the following period, regardless of the species of fish.

Opening hours from October 01, 2025 to February 28, 2026
MondayOpen
TuesdayOpen
WednesdayOpen
ThursdayOpen
FridayOpen
Open on SaturdayOpen
SundayOpen

apart from fishing, this lake is also a pleasant environment to relax in the countryside

Pricing

Further information :
sale of fishing licenses at the tourist office and at the Passion Pêche store in Sallanches.
Free

Services

Equipment

  • Public toilets
  • Parking
  • Free parking

Activities on site

  • Fishing
  • Fishing site – 1st category

Home animals

Pets are not accepted
To preserve the tranquility, hygiene and cleanliness of the place, access to this 1st lake is prohibited to animals. The latter can take the so-called rustic route along the banks of the Arve at any time of the year.

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On the spot…

Address

ancienne route impériale
74700 Sallanches
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