Canal de l'Hôpital

About de l'Hôpital

The Canal de l'Hôpital in the Gard département of Occitanie is a productive coarse fishery hosting strong populations of carp, roach, bream, perch, and pike along its gentle 4-kilometre stretch near Nîmes. Anglers benefit from exceptional access including night fishing permission, boat navigation, and bivouacking facilities, making extended fishing sessions highly feasible. A Carte de Pêche (annual licence obtained through your local AAPPMA) is required to fish these waters, and the canal's calm character and diverse species make it an excellent destination for both specialist and general coarse fishing.

Current Water Conditions

Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.

Fish Species in de l'Hôpital

de l'Hôpital holds carp, roach, bream, perch, pike. 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 de l'Hôpital. Licences are available online before your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What fish can I catch in de l'Hôpital?+
  The canal holds Carp, Roach, Bream, Perch, Pike. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. Always handle and return carp carefully.
• Is night fishing allowed on de l'Hôpital?+
  Night fishing on de l'Hôpital is permitted. Night fishing is generally permitted on canals in Gard. Check with local AAPPMA for any seasonal restrictions.
• Are bivvies allowed on de l'Hôpital?+
  Bivvy camping restrictions apply on de l'Hôpital. Full details are available to PiscaMaps members.
• Are boats allowed on de l'Hôpital?+
  Navigation is restricted. Boats permitted on canal sections; verify locally for navigation rules and permits.
• Do I need a French fishing licence to fish de l'Hôpital?+
  Yes — a valid Carte de Pêche is required, available from cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA covering this stretch. Annual, weekly and daily licences are available.

Planning a Trip to de l'Hôpital

To fish de l'Hôpital, 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.

Gard is home to numerous public fishing canals and rivers. Browse all venues in Gard or explore all of Occitanie.

Nearby Canals & Rivers

Other public fishing canals and rivers near de l'Hôpital on PiscaMaps:

• Canal de Montfavet, Vaucluse
• Filiole de Montfavet, Vaucluse
• Filiole Saint-Martin, Vaucluse
• Canal Crillon, Gard
• L'Anguillon, Bouches-du-Rhône
• Canal de la Durançole, Bouches-du-Rhône
• Canal de Vaucluse, Gard
• Ruisseau Roubine, Gard
• Canal de Châteaurenard, Bouches-du-Rhône
• Canal Puy, Gard
• Le Grand Anguillon, Bouches-du-Rhône
• Canal du Griffon, Gard