La Saâne
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La Saâne, France 🇫🇷
Serenity and Trout Among the Cows
The Saâne is a beautiful river, and fly fishing here feels like a well-kept secret—its potential isn’t immediately obvious. Spend time here during the summer months, and you’ll enjoy catching trout.
A special thanks to Pascal, a local fly fisher, who joined us and shared his expertise about the Saâne.
Longueil and Saâne-Saint-Just
We focus on two beats: one south of Longueil’s center (just north of Camping de la Vallée) and another farther south in Saâne-Saint-Just. Both are marked on the map on this page.
These beats are fly-fishing only, strictly catch-and-release.
License
Obtaining a fishing license in France can be challenging, but the process has improved in recent years. Tourists can purchase a weekly "holiday license" online at cartedepeche.fr, selecting their preferred start date. The cost is around €34 (2023). While this license covers most waters, always verify if exceptions apply to your chosen location.
When purchasing the license, select Dieppe (76200) as the association/department for the Saâne.
Bank Fishing and Wading
Most fishing can be done from the bank, but wading is permitted when water levels are low. Move slowly—the wild trout spook easily.
Both beats are in meadows with cows. Pascal has fished here for years without issues, as the cows are docile, but always be respectful and cautious.
Wild Trout, Easily Spooked
The Saâne holds wild brown trout, with occasional sea trout or even salmon—likely migrants from the sea (the river meets the coast at Quiberville).
Approach with care: observe for rising fish, then cast from a distance.
Flies
A standard trout selection works well. During May/June, mayflies are effective. If fish are rising but no mayflies are present, try sedge or caddis imitations. For non-rising fish, use classic nymphs like Hare’s Ear or Pheasant Tail. Pascal’s personal favorite is the Red Tag.
Fish Species
This page focuses on the following species:
- Brown Trout
- Sea Trout
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