Le Hileau is a public water in Namur, Wallonia, Belgium. Species present include Roach, Bream, Chub, Barbel, Eel.
Night fishing is permitted at Le Hileau. Night fishing allowed in Wallonia with Permit C (Permis de pêche de nuit). Check local restrictions with regional authority.. Regarding boats: Motorized boats prohibited on small rivers; non-motorized boats may be allowed in designated sections..
Le Hileau is 280 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 at Le Hileau. Night fishing allowed in Wallonia with Permit C (Permis de pêche de nuit). Check local restrictions with regional authority.
Boats: Boat rules unconfirmed at Le Hileau. Motorized boats prohibited on small rivers; non-motorized boats may be allowed in designated sections.
Permits required: Walloon fishing license (Permis de pêche) required; additional night permit 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 Hileau holds roach, bream, chub, barbel, eel.
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Year-round fishing; best March-October for most species.
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 Hileau is 280 miles from Calais — allow 5 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.