WILD SOUTHERN TROUT
Brown trout
March - October
Fly fishing
8 - 9ft , 3 WT
Some might think that fly fishing isn’t possible in Naples, too hot and too far south, they’d say. Yet, in Campania, just an hour from Naples, you’ll find two of Italy’s best rivers for fly fishing wild Apennine trout: the Volturno and the Cavalieri.
In both these rivers, you’ll encounter large brown trout that go into a feeding frenzy due to the significant hatches during the summer.
The waters of both rivers are crystal clear, the fish are wild, and the environments vary between currents, pools, and long runs where you can practice dry fly, wet fly, and nymph fishing.
These are incredible locations just a stone’s throw from the sea, allowing you to discover an unusual and amazing part of southern Italy. Here, the coastline gives way to forests and valleys where the true Italian brown trout reigns supreme.
The fishing day will start early to enjoy the coolest hours of the day and continue until evening, when the hatches peak and the trout are actively feeding on the surface.
Catches & tecnique
The trout in this region are renowned for their vibrant coloration, strength, and size. It's not uncommon to have to fish with 0.20 mm tippets to avoid breaking off large trout chasing sedges skimming the water.
The best gear is a 9ft rod for a 4wt line, allowing you to flexibly switch between dry fly fishing and light nymphing. The river flows quickly but is shallow, so particularly heavy flies are not required.
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
Not included
Accomodation
Flights / travel to reach the meeting point
Anything not explicitly mentioned
Meeting point
Isernia
Nestled in the heart of Molise, Isernia is a fascinating city rich in history, offering a mix of ancient ruins, medieval architecture and breathtaking natural landscapes. It is the ideal starting point for our excursions in the southern Apennines.
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Fly fishing
Naples, Italy
Brown trout
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