Canal de Saint-Simon

About de Saint-Simon

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.

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 Saint-Simon

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What fish can I catch in de Saint-Simon?+
  The canal holds Carp, Bream, Roach, Tench, Pike. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. Always handle and return carp carefully.
• Is night fishing allowed on de Saint-Simon?+
  Night fishing on de Saint-Simon is permitted. Night fishing allowed on this canal; check locally for any seasonal restrictions.
• Are bivvies allowed on de Saint-Simon?+
  Bivvy camping is permitted on de Saint-Simon under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm with the local AAPPMA before your session.
• Are boats allowed on de Saint-Simon?+
  Navigation is permitted. Boats permitted with adherence to canal regulations and lock operations.
• Do I need a French fishing licence to fish de Saint-Simon?+
  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 Saint-Simon

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.

Charente is home to numerous public fishing canals and rivers. Browse all venues in Charente or explore all of Nouvelle-Aquitaine.

Nearby Canals & Rivers

Other public fishing canals and rivers near de Saint-Simon on PiscaMaps:

• Ruisseau des Hauts Ponts, Charente-Maritime
• Fossé le Tord, Charente-Maritime
• Ruisseau de Bondou, Charente
• Canal des Portes Romaines, Charente-Maritime
• La Ceinture, Charente-Maritime
• La Livenne, Gironde
• L'Yvotte, Charente-Maritime
• Le Ferrat, Charente-Maritime
• Le Torignac, Charente-Maritime
• Le Moron, Charente-Maritime
• La Rochette, Charente-Maritime
• Le Maine, Charente