La Houillette is a public water in Namur, Wallonia, Belgium. Species present include Trout, Barbel, Chub, Roach, Perch, Pike, Eel.
Fishing at La Houillette is daytime only — night fishing is not permitted. Regarding boats: Small boats may be restricted on smaller Walloon rivers; check local rules..
La Houillette is 220 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 La Houillette. Anglers must leave the bank at dark.
Boats: Boat access is restricted at La Houillette. Small boats may be restricted on smaller Walloon rivers; check local rules.
Permits required: Permis de pêche (fishing license) required; Permit C for night fishing.
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.
La Houillette holds trout, barbel, chub, roach, perch, pike, eel. Pike fishing is a key attraction.
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Year-round; trout season typically 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.
La Houillette is 220 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.