The Ancien Canal du Verdon is a historic waterway stretching across Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in the Bouches-du-Rhône department, offering anglers a diverse mixed fishery with carp, pike, zander, and coarse species in a tranquil canal setting. This waterway is particularly attractive for versatile fishing, with night fishing permitted and ample accommodation options including bivouacking and camping facilities, making it ideal for extended fishing trips. A valid Carte de Pêche issued by the local AAPPMA is required, and anglers will appreciate the canal's navigable stretches that allow boat access alongside traditional bank fishing opportunities.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Ancien Canal du Verdon holds carp, tench, bream, pike, perch, zander. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers — all carp must be handled carefully and returned.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Ancien Canal du Verdon. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Ancien Canal du Verdon, you need a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK and affiliation with the local AAPPMA. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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