Le Gard is a substantial river in southern France that flows through the Occitanie region, offering diverse fishing opportunities across its scenic 40+ km stretch from north to south. Anglers can expect to encounter carp, catfish, zander, pike, bream, and perch in this productive waterway, with the added advantage of permitted night fishing and a robust infrastructure supporting bivouacking and boat access for exploring different reaches. A valid Carte de Pêche obtained through the local AAPPMA is required to fish this river, which combines accessibility with the character of a dynamic lowland fishery ideal for both traditional and modern angling techniques.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Le Gard 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 Gard. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Le Gard, 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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