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Running through the Charente department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, des Moines is a public canal open to coarse anglers under French fishing regulations. Species include Carp, Bream, Roach, Pike and Tench — carp in particular draw UK anglers to this stretch.
For UK carp anglers, night fishing on des Moines is allowed: Night fishing permitted on most canal sections; check for any local closures.. Regarding boats: Boats and pleasure craft allowed; respect speed limits and towpath regulations.. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, suitable for multi-day sessions.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
des Moines holds carp, bream, roach, pike, tench. 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 des Moines. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish des Moines, 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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