Situated in Wallonia province, Wallonia, Canal de l'Ourthe is a public river accessible to anglers with a valid Belgian fishing permit. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Chub, Barbel, Trout, Roach, with carp the main target for travelling anglers.
Night fishing at Canal de l'Ourthe is permitted with restrictions. Night fishing PARTIAL — this waterway has both day-only and night-permitted stretches. Verify the specific section with local management before planning a night session. Federation: Fédération des pêcheurs de l'Ourthe.. Regarding boats: Boat fishing requires Permit B (€45). Float tubes treated as small craft..
Canal de l'Ourthe is 265 miles from Calais. Wallonia — the Ardennes and Meuse valley region, famous for its carp and pike fishing — is well worth the journey for UK anglers.
Night fishing is permitted with restrictions. Night fishing PARTIAL — this waterway has both day-only and night-permitted stretches. Verify the specific section with local management before planning a night session. Federation: Fédération des pêcheurs de l'Ourthe.
Boats: Boat access is restricted at Canal de l'Ourthe. Boat fishing requires Permit B (€45). Float tubes treated as small craft.
Permits required: Walloon Region fishing permit required. Public waterway — Permit A (bank €20) or Permit B (boat €45). No separate club permit required. Online permit: https://permisdepeche.be/fr
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.
Local authority: Fédération des pêcheurs de l'Ourthe
Canal de l'Ourthe holds carp, pike, perch, bream, chub, barbel, trout, roach. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers.
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Fishing by species group: 1st Saturday of March to 30 September. Trout: 3rd Saturday of March to 30 September.
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.
Canal de l'Ourthe is 265 miles from Calais — allow 5 hours from the Channel Tunnel. Always verify current rules on the individual venue page before your session.
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