The Crespenou is a versatile French river in the Gard department offering excellent opportunities for both day and night fishing, with a healthy population of carp, catfish, zander, pike, bream, and perch throughout its course. Anglers can enjoy flexible access with boats permitted and the ability to camp or bivouac along the water, making it ideal for extended fishing expeditions in the Occitanie region. A valid Carte de Pêche (annual fishing licence obtained through the local AAPPMA federation) is required to fish this stretch.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Crespenou holds carp, catfish, zander, pike, bream, perch. 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 Crespenou. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Crespenou, you need a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK and affiliation with the local AAPPMA covering this stretch. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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