Aquitaine · France

Dordogne River fishing forecast

69 Good of 100

Dordogne River is a freshwater fishing spot in Aquitaine, France. Anglers here target Atlantic Salmon, Wels Catfish, Pike-perch, European Perch. The most productive months are typically April, May, June, July, August, September.

Quick answer
Best monthsApril, May, June, July
Top speciesAtlantic Salmon, Wels Catfish, Pike-perch
Score now69/100
Local rulesFrance
Pressure trend
Pressure data unavailable
Best window today
05:00 · Light wind (0 km/h) and calm seas
Next solunar peak
major 05:31

Current conditions

Sea surface temp16.7 °C
Wind7 km/h from ESE
Pressure1025 hPa
Cloud cover100%

Last updated Jun 7, 2026 (UTC). Conditions refresh through the day.

Bite windows

Moon
Last Quarter · 57% lit
Solunar day rating
50 / 100

Best months for Dordogne River:

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

What you can catch

Local regulations

Ministère de la Transition écologique, de la Biodiversité, de la Forêt, de la Mer et de la Pêche
France

Licensing:

  • saltwater-recreational — residents No paid licence for recreational sea fishing. From 2026, anglers aged 16+ must register every 12 months and declare daily catches of sensitive species (e.g. European seabass) via the EU RecFishing app. Minimum sizes, gear and zone/season restrictions apply., non-residents Same RecFishing registration and reporting obligations apply to non-residents fishing recreationally in French waters.
  • freshwater-recreational — residents Inland/freshwater fishing requires a "carte de pêche" from a local AAPPMA angling association (national network at cartedepeche.fr)., non-residents Non-residents need the same "carte de pêche" (annual, holiday or daily options available).

FishRadar regulations are summaries for informational purposes only. French recreational fishing rules are set nationally and by EU regulations (including seabass measures and Mediterranean minimum sizes), and vary by area and season. Always verify with the Ministère de la Mer at mer.gouv.fr before fishing.

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Frequently asked questions

What fish can you catch at Dordogne River?

Anglers at Dordogne River target Atlantic Salmon, Wels Catfish, Pike-perch, and European Perch.

When is the best time to fish Dordogne River?

The most productive months at Dordogne River are typically April, May, June, July, August, September.

What is the fishing forecast for Dordogne River right now?

Dordogne River currently scores 69 out of 100, based on live ocean and weather conditions — see the full breakdown on this page.

Do you need a licence to fish Dordogne River?

Fishing at Dordogne River follows the local rules for Aquitaine, France. Bag limits, size limits, seasons and licence requirements are summarised in the Local regulations section above, with a link to the official authority.

Scores and conditions are forecasts for guidance only and can change rapidly. Always check local rules and current conditions, follow all fishing regulations, and prioritise your safety on the water.