Le Tenu is a productive freshwater river in Loire-Atlantique, characterized by diverse fish populations including carp, catfish, zander, pike, bream, and perch, offering varied angling opportunities for both specialist and general coarse fishermen. The waterway permits night fishing, boats, and bivouac camping, making it ideal for extended fishing trips and multi-day sessions exploring different stretches between its lower reaches near Nozay and upper sections. A Carte de Pêche annual licence, obtainable through the local AAPPMA, is required to fish this Pays de la Loire river.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Le Tenu 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 Tenu. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Le Tenu, 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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