Last Saturday, local fishing and waterways associations announced the opening of fishing season in the Dordogne. Angling enthusiasts will be welcome in the Dordogne’s waterways from now until September 19, according to SudOuest.com. The only exception will be the river Coly and its tributaries, which will be prohibited for the first sixteen days - until the 22nd of March.

The Dordogne’s waterways are some of the best in France for amateur fishing. Anglers can hook carp, cat fish, trout or even salmon in either privately maintained lakes, or in the local rivers. Like anywhere, fishermen should be aware of regulations to stop overfishing - for example, this year, anglers may catch six trout over 25cm per day per person.

Speaking at the meeting of the 70 presidents of the Associations Authorised Fishing and Protection of the Aquatic Environment (AAPPMA), the departmental president was enthusiastic about the prospects for fishing in the Dordogne over the next year.

Robert Philip said: “The winter was cold with lots of rain, [but] our rivers have good levels and [the] conditions are excellent. This week, more releases of fish will be organised throughout the department.”

“This should be a good season.”

A full fishing license for the department will cost 65 euros, although for 85 euros you can purchase a license that allows you to fish in a total of 70 departments. There are other pricing options available that are less expensive and may be more appropriate, particularly for those on a French holiday, such as the holiday-period specific card, the daily license and the youth card.

In 2009, more than 21,000 fishing licenses were sold in the Dordogne. They can usually be obtained from either fishing shops or from local tabacs (newsagents) or even bars.

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