Dordogne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · Public River
Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine River No night fishing
About La Nizonne
La Nizonne is a public river in the Dordogne department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France, accessible to anglers under the French public fishing system. The river holds Brown trout, Barbel, Chub, Pike, Perch and Carp, with carp fishing the primary attraction for many visiting anglers.
Fishing on La Nizonne is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Small boats may be permitted on lower sections; consult local AAPPMA for current regulations..
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Department
Dordogne
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Water Type
River
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
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La Nizonne holds brown trout, barbel, chub, pike, perch, carp. 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 La Nizonne. Licences are available online before your trip.
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The river holds Brown trout, Barbel, Chub, Pike, Perch, Carp. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. Always handle and return carp carefully.
Is night fishing allowed on La Nizonne?+
Night fishing on La Nizonne is subject to local rules. Night fishing restricted to certain sections and seasons in Dordogne. Spawning areas prohibited; verify with AAPPMA Dordogne for open zones. Plan as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed on La Nizonne?+
Bivvy camping restrictions apply on La Nizonne. Full details are available to PiscaMaps members.
Are boats allowed on La Nizonne?+
Boat use is restricted. Small boats may be permitted on lower sections; consult local AAPPMA for current regulations.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish La Nizonne?+
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 La Nizonne
To fish La Nizonne, 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.
