Le Chéran

Running through Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France, Le Chéran is the kind of river that fishes well at the right water level. Drop a lure or fly into the bubble line at the head of a pool and let the current swing it past holding fish. Long, slow glides at Le Chéran hold the bigger fish; the broken water above and below holds the smaller, more aggressive ones. Stay quiet on the bank — river fish are easily spooked.

Location

45.8670, 5.9511 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Northern pikeRainbow trout

Fishing Techniques

• For Northern pike

  Vary your retrieval speed and add pauses to entice strikes, especially in colder water.

• For Rainbow trout

  Vary your retrieve speed when using spinners to find what triggers a strike; sometimes a slow, steady retrieve works best, while other times a faster, erratic retrieve is more effective.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Le Chéran.

Plan Your Trip

Planning a trip to Le Chéran? Check current conditions before you go: water level, recent weather, and any local closures. France regulations on licences, seasons, and bag limits apply at Le Chéran — confirm them ahead of time.

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