Located in Hainaut, Wallonia, le Hain is a intimate public water of 0 hectares open to public fishing. Species include Roach, Bream, Carp, Perch, Pike, Eel, Chub, with carp the main target for travelling anglers.
Fishing at le Hain is daytime only — night fishing is not permitted. Regarding boats: Small boats allowed on wider sections; obtain local water authority approval..
le Hain is 150 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 le Hain. Anglers must leave the bank at dark.
Boats: Boat access is restricted at le Hain. Small boats allowed on wider sections; obtain local water authority approval.
Permits required: Permis de pêche (Walloon licence) required; Catégorie 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.
le Hain holds roach, bream, carp, perch, pike, eel, chub. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers.
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Year-round; best April–October for coarse fish.
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.
le Hain is 150 miles from Calais, around 3 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.