Le Vieux Vistre is a charming waterway in the Gard department of Occitanie, offering diverse fishing opportunities for carp, pike, perch, roach, and bream across its scenic stretch from Générac to Codognan. Anglers will appreciate the flexibility of this river, which permits night fishing, boat access, and bivouac camping, making it ideal for extended fishing expeditions in southern France. A valid Carte de Pêche, obtained through your local AAPPMA, is required to fish these waters, ensuring sustainable management of this productive Languedoc waterway.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Le Vieux Vistre holds carp, pike, perch, roach, bream. 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 Vieux Vistre. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Le Vieux Vistre, 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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