Le Gesvres is a productive Loire-Atlantique waterway in Pays de la Loire, flowing through a picturesque 12-kilometre stretch that harbours excellent populations of carp, pike, zander, and catfish alongside bream and perch. Anglers can enjoy flexible fishing opportunities with night fishing permitted and the convenience of boat access, making it ideal for extended sessions with bivouac and camping facilities available along the banks. A valid Carte de Pêche from the local AAPPMA is required to fish this rewarding river, which offers diverse angling methods across its varied terrain and steady flow.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Le Gesvres 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 Gesvres. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Le Gesvres, 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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