La Varenne is a diverse Normandy river offering excellent mixed coarse and game fishing opportunities, with populations of carp, barbel, chub, brown trout, pike, and zander across its stretches. Anglers can expect a varied fishing experience ranging from specimen hunting to technical trout work, enhanced by the flexibility of night fishing and the ability to explore the water by boat. Access to this waterway requires a Carte de Peche (annual fishing licence obtained through the local AAPPMA federation), and the river welcomes bivouacking and camping to support extended fishing trips.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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La Varenne holds carp, barbel, chub, brown trout, pike, zander. 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 Varenne. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish La Varenne, 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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This section is part of the River Var (Le Var). View the full river guide for species, night fishing rules, all sections and more.
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