CRYSTAL ALPINE WATERS
Marble trout, brown trout
March - October
Fly fishing
9 - 10ft , 4 WT
Fly fish the Val Sesia River and its tributaries, renowned for the indigenous blue grayling and its crystal-clear waters. Just one hour from Milan, it’s a perfect escape from the fashion capital, allowing anglers to immerse themselves in nature's tranquility. The river features wide, pristine pools alongside diverse water conditions, ranging from swift streams to deep areas, offering a variety of fly fishing opportunities.
Anglers can experiment with different techniques throughout the day, switching between streamers, dry flies, nymphs, sight fishing, Czech nymphing, and sedge drifting. The river’s rich ecosystem supports a variety of insect life, ensuring that there is always an opportunity to entice a catch.
Springtime is particularly magical on the Val Sesia, with explosive hatches that bring the river to life. As insects emerge in droves, fish surface eagerly to feed, creating spectacular dry fly fishing opportunities. The thrill of watching a trout rise in Val Sesia to take your big sedge fly is an experience that every angler should live.
Catches & tecnique for fishing Sesia river and its tributaries
The Val Sesia and its tributaries are renowned for their impressive marble trout, brown trout, and blue fin graylings. Effective flies for this region include rabbit tail streamers, sedges, peacock emergents, and tungsten head nymphs.
For this excursion, guides utilize 9/10ft 3/4 WT rods to cast dry flies or nymphs, ensuring optimal presentation in the river's diverse conditions.
The fishing season in the Val Sesia stretches from April to October, with peak conditions occurring in April, May, June, September, and October. These months align with springtime hatches and ideal low water levels, making it perfect for dry fly fishing.
What's included and what's not
Included
Professional fly fishing guide
All necessary fishing equipment (rod, flies, waders, boots and lines)
Fishing license
Refreshments and snacks
Lunch & drinks (full-day trips only)
Not included
Accomodation
Flights / travel to reach the meeting point
Anything not explicitly mentioned
Meeting point
Milan
Milan, the world capital of fashion and design, is a metropolis in Northern Italy and the capital of Lombardy. Home to the Italian Stock Exchange, it is also a financial hub. The Gothic-style Duomo and the Leonardo da Vinci's fresco "The Last Supper," testify to the city's artistic and cultural heritage.
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Fly fishing
Milan, Italy
Marble trout, brown trout
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