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The Vienne at Saint Léonard de Noblat is one of the best spots for trout and grayling fishing in Limousin.

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What sort of angler are you?Find your ideal fishing spotaround Saint-Léonard de Noblat

Where can you fish for trout, pike or carp around Saint-Léonard de Noblat?

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From wild rivers and reservoir lakes to family-friendly ponds, Saint-Léonard de Noblat this region is a veritable playground for fishing enthusiasts. Brown trout, grayling, pike, zander, carp or catfish: there’s something for every angler here. In the heart of the Vienne, Taurion and Maulde valleys, discover the best fishing spots in Haute-Vienne to suit your style of fishing. And whilst you’re fishing, your companions can explore the medieval town of Saint-Léonard de Noblat, one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Détours’, or visit the Moulin du Got.

1. Lady Fario and the Shadow: the stars of the Vienne

The best salmonid fishing spots around Saint-Léonard de Noblat

The Vienne is a must-visit river for trout anglers in Haute-Vienne. With its fast-flowing sections, oxygen-rich riffles and deeper pools, this river is home to healthy populations of the iconic brown trout, as well asthe common grayling, a species endemic to this area. 🎯

Whether near the Vieux Pont and the Moulin de l’Artige in Saint-Léonard de Noblat, or at the Pont du Rateau in Saint-Denis-des-Murs, each stretch offers a different atmosphere, set in a unspoilt environment perfect for unwinding and fly fishing. 🎣

Less well-known, the wild River Combade also promises some great fishing sessions for enthusiasts seeking an authentic experience. 🌿

Are you travelling with your family? Treat your children to their first taste of trout fishing at Le Temps des Copains pond, which is well stocked with rainbow trout. 🧑‍🧒‍🧒

2. Favourite spots for predators and whitefish anglers

The reservoir lakes around Saint-Léonard de Noblat

The reservoir lakes on the Maulde and the Taurion are veritable playgrounds for enthusiasts of predator fishing. These vast stretches of water are home to pike, zander, perch and, on occasion, some magnificent catfish. Cyprinids are not to be outdone: roach, rudd and bream are also abundant. 🎣

Thanks to the designated boat launch points, you can explore the best spots by boat or float tube. Set amongst wooded valleys and unspoilt countryside, these fishing spots in Haute-Vienne promise thrilling fishing sessions. 🚤

3. The best night-time carp fishing spots around Saint-Léonard

When the lights come on in the night...

Do you dream of a session by the water until dawn? Live out your passion to the full with night-time carp fishing trips on the Vienne at Saint-Léonard de Noblat, and Royères, or on the Chauvan, Saint-Marc and Artige reservoir lakes. 🎣

Set against the calm waters of the Vienne, the Maulde or the Taurion, enjoy a unique atmosphere surrounded by nature and silence as you wait for that long-awaited bite. Come and pitch your biwy in our specially designated areas, which offer carp anglers ideal conditions. 🌌

4. Versatile fishing routes to suit everyone

Just one watchword: variety!

Do you enjoy switching between fishing for predators, whitefish or salmonids depending on the conditions on the day? The stretches of the River Vienne from Brignac to Royères and from Moulin du Got to Saint-Léonard de Noblat, as well as the Planche pond in Sauviat-sur-Vige, are perfect for you. 🎣

These spots offer a wonderful variety of species and allow you to try out different techniques in a pleasant natural setting. It’s the perfect way to maximise your chances of success whilst discovering the landscapes of the Limousin. 🌿

5. Family-friendly fishing

Accessible and fun places to get started

Would you like to share your children’s first fishing experience? Discover our favourite family-friendly fishing spots! 🎣

Getting started is a breeze thanks to play areas, picnic tables, equipment hire and trails labelled ‘Family Fishing’. Whilst the lines are soaking in the water, everyone can enjoy a relaxing moment in the great outdoors. 😊

Our favourite spots for children: ⤵️

  • The Beaufort-sur-la-Vienne trailin Saint-Léonard de Noblat, which is easily accessible and features picnic tables and play areas…
  • The Pradelles site in Saint Paul, with its “Family Fishing” certified pond, several play areas and natural spaces to explore
  • The Planche lakein Sauviat-sur-Vige, with regular releases of rainbow trout, close to the Epagne Forest and its geocaching trail
  • ‘Le Temps des Copains’ pond in La Geneytouse, dedicated to trout fishing with free equipment hire

6. Fishing for everyone

Fishing jetties adapted for people with reduced mobility, so you can enjoy them to the full

In Saint-Léonard de Noblat and Saint Paul, two fishing spots are equipped with facilities to make fishing more accessible for people with reduced mobility. ♿

The Beaufort-sur-la-Vienne route in Saint-Léonard de Noblat and the Pradelles nature reserve in Saint Paul offer accessible facilities, with nearby car parks and disabled-accessible jetties. 🐟

This allows you to enjoy the pleasures of fishing in peace and quiet within a stunning natural setting. 🌿

7. Fancy thinking big?

Two must-see destinations less than 45 minutes away

Vassivière Lake and Saint-Pardoux Lake are among the best fishing spots in the Limousin. 🚤

Less than 45 minutes from Saint-Léonard de Noblat, they offer hundreds of hectares of water to explore, numerous boat launches and a wide variety of fish species. Pike, zander, perch, carp and whitefish thrive in spectacular surroundings that are just as inviting for fishing as they are for getting away from it all. 🐟

As for your travelling companions, they’ll be spoilt for choice with the multitude of activities around the two large lakes and will have no trouble keeping themselves occupied whilst you take on the fish of the Limousin! 😁