L'Alène in the Nièvre department is a versatile lowland river offering excellent opportunities for both predator and coarse fishing, with healthy populations of pike, zander, catfish, and carp alongside bream and perch. The stretch between Clamecy and Chitry-les-Mines provides a scenic angling experience with the flexibility of night fishing, boat access, and overnight camping facilities to suit extended fishing trips. A valid Carte de Peche (annual fishing licence obtainable through the local AAPPMA federation) is required to fish this water.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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L'Alène 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 L'Alène. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish L'Alène, 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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