1. France

Fishing in France

Fishing in France includes saltwater fishing along the coastline as well as freshwater opportunities in rivers and lakes. Nearshore fishing targets a mix of coastal and reef species, while offshore trips often focus on pelagic fish such as tuna and mackerel depending on season and location.

Types of species in France

Pike
Pike
Perch
Perch
Carp
Carp
Bass
Bass
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Top fishing spots in France

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Canal de Miribel

Rhone-Alpes, France

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Oise

Ile-de-France, France

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Canal de Chalifert

Ile-de-France, France

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Ruisseau de Vaux

Lorraine, France

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Canal Saint-Denis

Ile-de-France, France

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Conie

Centre, France

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Marne

Ile-de-France, France

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Vieille Seine

Ile-de-France, France

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Canal de l'Ourcq

Ile-de-France, France

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Étang de Saint-Hubert

Ile-de-France, France

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Biggest catches in France

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France fishing reports

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European perch

Beuvronne

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Northern pike

Beuvronne

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Northern pike

Canal de Chalifert

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Northern pike

Oise

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Zander

Oise

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Northern pike

Oise

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Northern pike

Petit Rhin

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Northern pike

Petit Rhin

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Northern pike

Petit Rhin

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Wels catfish

Petit Rhin

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FAQ about fishing in France

Some of the most popular species anglers target in France include Pike, Perch, and Carp. The best species often depend on season, water type, and location within the country.

For more detailed, real-time insights, the shows which species are being caught near you and what baits are working best across France.
Some of the most popular fishing spots in France include Canal de Miribel, Oise, and Canal de Chalifert. Anglers across the country fish a wide range of waters, with opportunities varying by region and season.

With the , you can explore local hotspots anywhere in France, see recent catches, and find out what's working near you.
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Popular States in France
CorsicaLorraineBourgogneUpper NormandyÎle-de-FranceNord-Pas-de-CalaisAlsaceCentrePays de la LoireBrittanyAquitaineMidi-PyrénéesRhône-AlpesProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Popular species in France
Northern pikeEuropean perchCommon carpMirror carpLargemouth bassBrown troutEuropean chubWels catfishEuropean seabassCommon roachRainbow troutZanderGilthead seabreamCommon breamPumpkinseedTenchCommon barbelBallan wrasseEuropean eelCutthroat troutGrass carpCommon ruddBlack bullheadSmallmouth bassWhite seabreamExplore species
Popular fishing waters in France
Canal de MiribelOiseCanal de ChalifertRuisseau de VauxCanal Saint-DenisConieMarneVieille SeineCanal de l'OurcqÉtang de Saint-HubertViosneRuisseau la ProsneDollerBeuvronneYerresPetit RhinMarais BretonCanal de JonageCanal de ChellesSaônePopular Waters