Area trout fishing is becoming increasingly popular in France. Straight from Japan, area trout fishing allows everyone to fish for trout all year round and to come face to face with highly educated fish. In this sense, area trout fishing is a discipline in its own right, with its own lures and techniques, which we'd like to describe to you below..
Our article in brief:
Area trout fishing is becoming increasingly popular in France. Here are the key points to remember about this more technical type of fishing
- The area trout is a fishing straight from Japan and then Italy
- This discipline is more technical than it seems and requires suitable Light to ultra-Light equipment
- The trout area is generally practised in no-kill in private water bodies
- Of course, these bodies of water include trout but also shadows of fountains or any other salmonid species
- Trout area fights are often intense. THEhe atmosphere is very convivial
- Its development in France is very promising with the multiplication of competitions and courses
The specifics of area trout fishing
The area trout is a fishery in its own right in the world of lure fishing for trout. This type of fishing is practised in private bodies of water, whether in ponds, reservoirs or lakes. These watercourses have been specially designed to accommodate trout. from rainbow trout, brook salmon or any other European or even more exotic salmonid species. These can reach impressive sizes. It is not uncommon to catch specimens of over 70 cm weighing 3 to 4 kg.
Fishing in the trout area is exclusively no-kill. All fish are released after capture. To minimise injuries, anglers use single barbless hooks. A landing net must be used to handle the catch safely. As you can see, fishing in this type of watercourse is therefore more ethical and more respectful of fish than in more traditional environments.
The equipment used for area trout is specific and requires great finesse:
- Light canes (0.2-5g)
- Reels size 1000-2000
- Fine wire (14-16/100), generally made entirely of fluorocarbon
- Wobbling or spinning spoons and very small hard lures, often in fluorescent colours.
We had the opportunity to test this type of equipment during a trip to Italy. We can assure you that the difference is striking compared to traditional river fishing equipment. But that doesn't mean it's any easier. Quite the opposite in fact.
The unique experience of the trout area
Area trout fishing has everything to appeal to more and more anglers. The approaches are as discreet as they are technical. As for the fights, they are often memorable because the fish are so combative.
The atmosphere around the lakes is another distinctive feature. In fact, these areas are real places of exchange where novices and experts rub shoulders in a warm atmosphere. In our opinion, there is more room for improvement than in a traditional environment.
The area trout fishing season generally runs from September to June, although some lakes hardly ever close. This means that you can continue to fish for trout and other salmonids during the period when fishing in the 1st category is closed. This is generally what makes it so attractive to beginners and enthusiasts alike. The opportunity to fish for your favourite fish all year round, while respecting wild fish populations.
Here is a table summarising the advantages of trout area :
| Important points to note | Benefits |
|---|---|
| Ethics | Fish-friendly no-kill fishing |
| Technical | Fine, precise fishing and intense combat |
| Social | A friendly atmosphere and a chance to share experiences |
| Temporal | Extended season, practice outside the classic period |
The development of area trout in France
Although still relatively unknown, the area trout is enjoying a boom in popularity. promising growth in France. Le first dedicated tank to this practice opened its doors in 2017 in the Cantal, under the evocative name of " Trout Area" . Since then, other structures have sprung up, reflecting the growing interest in this discipline.
The development of the trout area is accompanied by the setting up of competitions, the most emblematic of which is the Truite Area Cup. These events allow enthusiasts to compete in a regulated environment and help to promote the sport to young people and women alike.
The price of a day's fishing in these environments is around €45. This price generally includes access to the water and sometimes personalised advice.
During our last trout area session, we were impressed by the diversity of techniques employed by the anglers present. Everyone had their own approach, adapted to the conditions of the day and the behaviour of the fish.
A promising future for trout in France
The area trout represents much more than just a passing fad in the world of fishing in France. It embodies a changes in practices towards greater technical sophistication and respect for the environment. Its innovative concept meets the expectations of a new generation of anglers who want to combine passion, pleasure and ethics.
The popularity of this discipline can be explained by a number of factors:
- The quest for thrills and adrenalin
- The technical challenge of catching wary fish
- The possibility of practising all year round with no impact on wild populations
- The social aspect
As the trout area grows in popularity, we can expect to see the emergence of new dedicated structures across France. This expansion could be accompanied by innovations in terms of equipment and techniques, offering anglers ever more exciting possibilities.
In short, we are convinced that this discipline has a bright future ahead of it.
