Le Cens is a productive lowland river in Loire-Atlantique offering excellent mixed coarse fishing opportunities for carp, catfish, zander, pike, bream, and perch in a scenic Pays de la Loire setting. Anglers can enjoy flexible night fishing sessions with the option to bivouac or camp along the stretch, making it ideal for extended fishing trips in a peaceful riverside environment. A Carte de Peche (annual fishing licence obtainable 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 Cens 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 Cens. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Le Cens, 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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