David Jean, a state-certified fishing guide (BPJEPS, UCC mer), offers discovery, initiation, and improvement workshops for sea fishing (lures, jig, natural bait). You can also explore surfcasting with natural bait along the beach.
Set out to meet mackerel, red mullet, orphies, bass, and pollock… Fishing and safety equipment is provided, with outings limited to 5 people. For surfcasting, groups can be up to 10 people. Accessible from age 9.
For those who prefer freshwater fishing, Normandie Fishing also offers initiation workshops for predatory fish, salmonids, and carp.
Normandie-Fishing
PORT GUILLAUME
Ponton D
14160 Dives-sur-Mer
Mobile: 06 17 53 48 09
Discovery and Improvement Outings
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced angler, Jérémie, a state-certified fishing guide, offers sport fishing outings by boat from Courseulles-sur-Mer, Ouistreham, and Grandcamp-Maisy. You will practice various fishing techniques (fishing with lures, bait fishing…) and target species found off the beaches of the D-Day landings: bass, sea bream, pollock, wrasse…
All fishing equipment is provided. Private lessons from the shore or boat, tailored workshops, or boat privatization are also available.
Normandie Sport Fishing
14 Route de Courseulles
Villiers-le-Sec
14480 Creully sur Seulles
Mobile: 06 82 78 00 69
From Trouville to Villers-sur-Mer, shore fishing is allowed. You can find clams, sometimes razor clams, and rare tellins. From the Trouville sailing club to Honfleur, in the Seine estuary, fishing is permanently closed (traces of PCBs and heavy metals).
After passing through the locks inaugurated in 1857, one can admire the Ouistreham lighthouse built in 1903. Following the bank toward the riprap, one can notice the old docks.
At the end, a steel turret from the Maginot Line overlooks a blockhouse. Continuing on the riprap frequented by line fishermen, one can enjoy the spectacle of the cross-Channel ferry in operation.
Did you know that Normandy is the second-largest region in France for maritime fishing? Its waters are home to an incredible diversity of fish and shellfish species. Let’s dive into the marine world of Normandy and explore the varieties of fish, the regulations, and the best places for fishing.
The Normandy coastline stretches over 600 kilometers and is bordered by numerous rivers (such as the Seine and the Orne) and streams (like the Rive, the Risle, and the Douve). This geographical configuration contributes to the ichthyological richness of the region, which boasts over 80 species of fish, representing about one-fifth of France’s total fishing catches.
The waters of Normandy are home to various categories of fish, including white fish, blue fish, and species with flat or round morphologies. Among the local stars, we find:
Other species, such as gray mullet, whiting, sole, and rays, also inhabit the maritime waters. In the rivers and streams, anglers can expect to catch trout, pike, zander, and perch.
Products from Normandy’s fisheries are certified with quality and origin labels, ensuring their traceability. For example:
Maritime fishing regulations also impose strict sanitary standards, ensuring the safety of products on the market. In Normandy, fishing can be practiced without a permit in many locations, but it is essential to inquire about the applicable legislation for each site.
Normandy is home to numerous popular fishing spots. Here are a few examples:
Sea fishing can also be enjoyed on Normandy’s beaches, such as Le Havre, Trouville, Deauville, and Arromanches, where the most common catches include bass, dorade, cod, mackerel, and pollock.
The rivers of Normandy are naturally cool and oxygenated, favoring the presence of freshwater fish. Between 2010 and 2021, 54 species of freshwater fish were recorded in Normandy, representing half of the species identified nationally, of which 35 are indigenous.
In the waters of Normandy, you can find:
However, some species, such as eel and shad, are threatened and are among nine species classified as critically endangered or vulnerable. The region has established effective action plans to protect these fish ecologically and hydrologically.
With its richness in fish and shellfish, Normandy is a prime destination for fishing enthusiasts. Whether you are passionate about sea fishing or freshwater fishing, the region offers a variety of species and suitable locations for this activity. Before heading out, remember to check the regulations in place and respect the aquatic environment to ensure the sustainability of this valuable resource.
