Le Petit Rhône in Provence is a dynamic Mediterranean waterway offering diverse fishing opportunities for carp, catfish, zander, pike, bream, and perch across its 30-kilometer stretch through the Bouches-du-Rhône delta region. Anglers can enjoy night fishing sessions with the flexibility of bivouacking along the banks, making extended fishing trips feasible in this scenic Provence setting where boats are permitted for exploring different fishing zones. A Carte de Pêche annual licence, obtainable through the local AAPPMA, is required to fish these waters, granting access to one of southern France's most accessible and species-rich river systems.
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Le Petit Rhône 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 Petit Rhône. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Le Petit Rhône, 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.
Bouches-du-Rhône is home to numerous public fishing rivers and canals. Browse all venues in Bouches-du-Rhône or explore all of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur.
This section is part of the River Rhône (Le Rhône). View the full river guide for species, night fishing rules, all sections and more.
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