Le Bès is a productive river in the Aveyron department of Occitanie, offering excellent opportunities for coarse fishing with healthy populations of carp, catfish, zander, pike, bream, and perch throughout its 40-kilometer stretch. Anglers can enjoy diverse tactics from day fishing to night sessions, with the added flexibility of boat access and camping facilities along the banks, making it ideal for extended fishing trips. A valid Carte de Peche (annual fishing licence obtained through the local AAPPMA federation) is required to fish these waters.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Le Bès 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 Le Bès. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Le Bès, 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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