River Lesse in Lesse

River Lesse in Lesse

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The Lesse River in Belgium

Trout and Chub in the Beautiful Belgian Ardennes

Nestled in the heart of the Belgian Ardennes, the Lesse River offers a magnificent fly fishing experience. Its clear waters and scenic surroundings make it an ideal destination, home to species like trout and chub.

The river flows through dense forests and steep cliffs, creating a serene backdrop for fishing. Since the area is also popular for hiking, you can easily combine fly fishing with a short trek. The fishing here is light and enjoyable.

Dry flies, nymphs, and streamers are all effective, depending on the season. Surprisingly, even small trout will strike large Wooly Buggers!

The river is easily wadeable. The best starting point for the stretch covered here (see the map) is the village of Lesse, which shares its name with the river. There’s a BBQ area where you can park, gear up, and begin your adventure.

Note: On Google Maps, the river is incorrectly labeled as "Lomme" near the village of Lesse. The correct name is "Lesse."

From Lesse, you can wade in two directions (see map):

• Downstream (right): More challenging, with wider and deeper sections. Be cautious not to spook fish, but the secluded riffles are rewarding.



• Upstream (left): Easier to wade, though water levels vary seasonally due to rainfall.

Additional short stretches are marked on the map. Always take care when wading—the river is rocky.

Licenses

To fish the indicated stretch, you’ll need:

1. A Wallonia fishing license, required for all fishing in the region. Details can be found on the [Belgium fishing page].
2. A daily (€5) or annual (€25) license from the local fly fishing association, Amicale Des Pêcheurs de Redu, which manages this beat. To obtain it, email and pay Manuel (Manu). For more information (in French), visit: FHPSBL website. Use Google Translate if needed—Manuel is friendly and helpful!

Fishing Other Parts of the Lesse and Ardennes Rivers

Navigating permits for other stretches can be tricky, as information is often only in French. Key details:

• The Wallonia license covers some small sections of the Lesse, but these are often picnic areas—less ideal in summer. Evening fishing may work when crowds thin and insects are active.
• For private stretches, check www.fhpsbl.be or www.maisondelapeche.be. Licenses typically involve emailing a local contact and transferring payment. Google Translate is your friend here!

Fish Species

While other species may inhabit the area, this guide focuses on:

• Chub
• Brown Trout

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1. Grammar/Clarity: Fixed awkward phrasing (e.g., "home a couple of fish species" → "home to species like trout and chub").
2. Conciseness: Removed redundancies (e.g., "beautiful river that’s home…" → "Its clear waters…").
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