Le Dain is a productive freshwater river in Loire-Atlantique offering diverse angling opportunities for pike, perch, roach, bream, and carp across its scenic stretch in the Pays de la Loire region. Anglers can enjoy night fishing and are permitted to use boats and establish bivouacs, making this an excellent destination for extended fishing trips in the French countryside. A Carte de Pêche annual licence, obtained through the local AAPPMA, is required to fish this waterway.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Le Dain holds pike, perch, roach, bream, 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 Le Dain. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Le Dain, 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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