Gelbressée is a public water in Namur, Wallonia, Belgium. Species present include Barbel, Chub, Trout, Grayling, Roach, Eel, Perch.
Fishing at Gelbressée is daytime only — night fishing is not permitted. Regarding boats: Small river systems do not permit boat traffic; check local Walloon fisheries regulations..
Gelbressée is 235 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 not permitted at Gelbressée. Anglers must leave the bank at dark.
Boats: Boat rules unconfirmed at Gelbressée. Small river systems do not permit boat traffic; check local Walloon fisheries regulations.
Permits required: Permis de pêche (Walloon licence) required.
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.
Gelbressée holds barbel, chub, trout, grayling, roach, eel, perch.
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Year-round for coarse fish; trout fishing March-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.
Gelbressée is 235 miles from Calais — allow 4 hours from the Channel Tunnel. Always verify current rules on the individual venue page before your session.
Namur is home to a number of public fishing venues accessible with a valid Belgian fishing permit. Use PiscaMaps to find all venues in Namur and across Wallonia.
