Situated in Hainaut province, Wallonia, Ath-Blaton is a public canal accessible to anglers with a valid Belgian fishing permit. Ath-Blaton holds Carp, Bream, Roach, Tench, Zander, Pike, Perch, Eel and is a popular carp fishing destination.
Night fishing is not permitted at Ath-Blaton. Plan for day sessions only. Regarding boats: Boats permitted on Belgian canals with proper registration and navigation compliance..
Ath-Blaton is 135 miles from Calais — closer than many French venues and easily reached via the Channel Tunnel.
Night fishing is not permitted at Ath-Blaton. Anglers must leave the bank at dark.
Boats: Boats are permitted at Ath-Blaton. Boats permitted on Belgian canals with proper registration and navigation compliance.
Permits required: Permis de pêche required; Permit C for night fishing in Wallonia.
Fishing in Wallonia requires a Permis de Pêche (Walloon government). Available online at peche.wallonie.be. Some venues may require additional permits — check with the local fishing authority.
Ath-Blaton holds carp, bream, roach, tench, zander, pike, perch, eel. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers.
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Year-round; spring to autumn peak.
Fishing in Wallonia requires a Permis de Pêche from the Walloon government, available online at peche.wallonie.be before leaving the UK. For major reservoir venues such as Lac de Plate Taille and the Lacs de l'Eau d'Heure, an additional site permit is required — check the venue’s fishing association website before you travel. Always carry your licence while fishing.
Ath-Blaton is 135 miles from Calais, around 2 hours from the Channel Tunnel. Always verify current rules on the individual venue page before your session.
Hainaut is home to a number of public fishing venues accessible with a valid Belgian fishing permit. Use PiscaMaps to find all venues in Hainaut and across Wallonia.