Gironde · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · Public River
Gironde, Nouvelle-Aquitaine River No night fishing Boats allowed
About Le Médoc
Le Médoc is a public river in the Gironde department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France, accessible to anglers under the French public fishing system. The river holds Bass, Mullet, Pike, Perch, Roach and Bream.
Fishing on Le Médoc is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Small boats permitted in lower sections; check tidal conditions and local regulations..
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Department
Gironde
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Water Type
River
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Allowed
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Le Médoc holds bass, mullet, pike, perch, roach, bream. 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 Médoc. Licences are available online before your trip.
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The river holds Bass, Mullet, Pike, Perch, Roach, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed on Le Médoc?+
Night fishing on Le Médoc is subject to local rules. Night fishing allowed in lower estuary sections; upper tidal reaches may have restrictions. Confirm with Gironde AAPPMA. Plan as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed on Le Médoc?+
Bivvy camping restrictions apply on Le Médoc. Full details are available to PiscaMaps members.
Are boats allowed on Le Médoc?+
Boats are permitted. Small boats permitted in lower sections; check tidal conditions and local regulations.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Le Médoc?+
Yes — a valid Carte de Pêche is required, available from cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA covering this stretch. Annual, weekly and daily licences are available.
Planning a Trip to Le Médoc
To fish Le Médoc, 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.
