Haine is a river in Wallonia, Wallonia, Belgium. Species present include Trout, Grayling, Barbel, Chub, Dace, Perch, Pike.
Night fishing at Haine 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 du sous-bassin de la Haine.. Regarding boats: Boat fishing requires Permit B (€45). Float tubes treated as small craft..
At just 146 miles from Calais, Haine is one of the closest quality fishing venues to the UK. Wallonia — the Ardennes and Meuse valley region, famous for its carp and pike fishing — makes an excellent short-break destination.
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 du sous-bassin de la Haine.
Boats: 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 du sous-bassin de la Haine
Haine holds trout, grayling, barbel, chub, dace, perch, pike. Pike fishing is a key attraction.
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Fishing by species group: 1st Saturday of March to 30 September. Trout: 3rd Saturday of March to 30 September.
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