The Canal de Saint-Simon in Charente is a classic French canal offering excellent coarse fishing opportunities for carp, bream, and pike across its gentle stretch between Barbezieux and Cognac. Anglers can enjoy night fishing sessions and extended stays with bivouac camping allowed, making it ideal for dedicated fishing trips in the picturesque Nouvelle-Aquitaine countryside. A valid Carte de Pêche obtained through the local AAPPMA is required, and boats are permitted for exploring the full length of this productive waterway.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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de Saint-Simon holds carp, bream, roach, tench, 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 Saint-Simon. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish de Saint-Simon, 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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