Le Madon is a productive Moselle tributary in Grand Est known for its healthy populations of brown trout, grayling, and coarse fish including pike, perch, and chub, offering diverse angling opportunities across its moderate flow. This stretch between Liverdun and Pont-à-Mousson provides accessible fishing with the flexibility of night fishing and boat access, though anglers should note that a Carte de Pêche (annual licence obtainable through the local AAPPMA) is mandatory. The river's character combines classic French coarse and game fishing with the added advantage of bivouac and camping permissions, making it ideal for extended fishing trips in the heart of Lorraine.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Le Madon holds brown trout, grayling, pike, perch, chub. Pike fishing is a highlight of this stretch — both lure and deadbait tactics are effective.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Le Madon. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Le Madon, 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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