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The Chenal de Malentrait is a scenic canal stretch in the Dordogne department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, offering diverse coarse fishing opportunities for carp, pike, perch, bream, and roach in a picturesque French waterway setting. Anglers will appreciate the relaxed regulations allowing night fishing, boat access, and overnight bivouacking, making it ideal for extended fishing sessions in this tranquil rural environment. A valid Carte de Pêche through the local AAPPMA is required to fish these waters, ensuring compliance with French angling regulations.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
Chenal de Malentrait holds carp, pike, perch, bream, roach. 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 Chenal de Malentrait. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Chenal de Malentrait, 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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