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Fishing tourism in Italy is a relatively recent discovery, although many Englishmen were already fishing in our alpine valleys at the end of the 19th century in search of grayling and large marble trout. In recent years a policy of water protection has meant that in some areas, unfortunately a few, there is now a good quality of fishing both in fresh water and at sea. Obviously they are limited areas and in limited seasons, but with
the help of skilled professionals we have enclosed in this catalog the excellence that Italy can offer on the international fly fishing market. With our tour operator we can organize the best that Italy has to offer, not only with regards to fishing, but also food and wine tours, culture and many other activities. Italian fly fishing tours - Staff info@italianflyfishingtours.com
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FLY FISHING, FOOD & WINE, EXCELLENCE, HOSPITALITY
CHOOSE BETWEEN 4 GREAT fly fishing ITINERARIES: Fly fishing tours in different regions of Italy
Trentino
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Home of the marble trout - Fly fishing in the Dolomites - Italian Alps. Not only skiing and snowboarding but a lot of fun with big trout.
Toscana (Tuscany)
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Abruzzo
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Fly fishing in the Italian sea - Fishing in the sea of Tuscany, a great fishing experience in the region of Brunello di Montalcino wine.
Classic trout fly fishing - Fly fishing in the ancient center of Italy. Amazing spotted and coloured native brown trout.
Sardegna
(Sardinia)
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Black Bass in the wild - Fly fishing for Black bass in the pearl of the Mediterranean sea.
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Trentino
Toscana (Tuscany)
Sardegna (Sardinia)
Abruzzo
rentino Trentino
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Trentino The Alto Sarca area, in south-western Trentino, is one of the best fishing locations in Italy. The 300 km of waters, under license to the Italian Fishing Association, include flowing waters and still waters, some are torrential and have freeze-thaw cycles, others are fluvial with a regular flow of water. The fish population includes marble trout, some large in size, native and introduced brown trout, rainbow trout, hybrids, grayling and,
Fly fishing in the Dolomites - Italian Alps in several high mountain lakes, chars. The main course of the River Sarca, highly accessible from the road, has an almost perfect natural bed, with a generous capacity, deep holes and a good current. The variety of environments and the creation of specific zones for each fishing technique can meet the needs of every angler. The Alto Sarca area offers ordinary zones, no kill zones and limited access
reserves with booking required. With its charming tributaries and unspoilt alpine lakes, the River Sarca awaits you for a fantastic day’s fishing. In Alto Sarca there are also various accommodation proposals, from camping to luxury hotels and the possibility of having expert fishing guides to accompany you along the rivers. A great variety of other activities complete the offer of this splendid destination for fishermen and families.
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natural well-being
Italian flavours
Enjoying the Dolomites
Here well-being is in perfect harmony with nature, an experience of pleasure, health and feeling good. The thermal Spa is an oasis where you can regenerate with a relaxing Spa circuit and exclusive treatments with the thermal water of Comano, unique in Italy for the beauty and health of the skin.
The research of authenticity and the return to nature are the cornerstones of the local food tradition: here seasonal ingredients create simple but genuine dishes, where you can find Trentino quality and discover the unique flavours of local wines.
The peaks of the Dolomites, Unesco World Heritage Site, stand out and frame the valley, with their changing shapes and colors and with the refuges nestled in corners of unique beauty. Not to be missed is to reach one of the refuges, taste the local food, feel the welcoming atmosphere of the mountain people and the majesty of the landscape.
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TRENTINO TOURS PHOTO CREDITS: C. Baroni, R. Kiaulehn
TRENTINO - TOUR EXPERIENCES
FLY FISHING WATERS: rivers, lakes
FISH SPECIES: brown, rainbow, marble trout, & grayling
BEST PERIODS: April, May, June, September, October
FLY FISHING TECHNIQUES: dry, nymph, streamers
Toscana Toscana
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Toscana
(Tuscany)
Fly fishing in the Brunello di Montalcino red wine region
Castiglione della Pescaia is not only a beautiful medieval hamlet by the sea, immersed in wonderful nature: the sea reigns here and fishing does not come second. You can cast to bluefish in top-water from the shore or, on the best days, reach, on a belly boat, a small estuary just a few miles from the harbour to look for big-sized bluefish. At early dawn dolphinfish entertain you with very powerful attacks and acrobatic
jumps. You just need to be equipped with a 9 and a 10 weight rod, to fish with a floating line, but you’d better take one intermediate one with you as well. Poppers, Gurglers and streamers of different sizes are the flies to be used in every situation. When the sea does not allow you to fish, you can go to the beautiful Orbetello lagoon, where middle-sized seabass, weighing about 2 kg, only attack top-water baits: it is a wonderful
landscape with extremely combative fish that you can fish from the shore as well as from the Kayak. There are a lot of opportunities in this area, which is still not much exploited for fly fishing, though very productive.
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Toscana - TOUR EXPERIENCES
Osteria del mare già "Vòtapentole"
The Ciregia family will welcome you in their Osteria di Mare with a cuisine that interprets the territory enhancing its raw materials and excellent wines.
www.osteriadelmarecdp.it
Hotel Lucerna
Riserva Naturale
www.hotellucerna.it
www.riservanaturale.it
Saw the light in '58 with the creation of the village of Riva del Sole, grandfather Nello decides to give birth to the Albergo Lucerna. It remained property of the family, which has continued to welcome guests and visitors.
Hotel l'Approdo
In the center of Castiglione della Pescaia, with its fine sandy beaches and crystal waters. A pearl in the heart of Tuscan Maremma. Located in front of the Marina, close to the medieval village, clubs and shops of the center.
www.approdo.it
Agriturismo Pavone
Owned by Pavone family since the late 1950s. The farm area is over 26 hectares. In 1996, "the culture of hospitality” was undertaken, transforming the old stables and cellars into welcoming housing units. www.sitegoeshere.com
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In this small but well-stocked traditional shop you can find all the best typical products of the Tuscan tradition, from the cold cuts and cheeses to the best bottarga of Orbetello mullet, you can also taste a snack accompanied by local wines.
be Vedetta
Be Vedetta brings together the relais, the b&b and the lodges. Located in the heart of the Tuscan Maremma, within the Archaeological Mines Park of the Metalliferous Hills – Unesco heritage.
www.bevedetta.com
FLY FISHING WATERS: sea from shore & boat
FISH SPECIES: sea bass. mahi mahi, blue fish, bonito,
BEST PERIODS: August, September, October
FLY FISHING TECHNIQUES: streamers
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Abruzzo There are lots of flyfishing opportunities in Castel di Sangro and in Abruzzo in general. Besides the renowned Sangro and Volturno rivers, there are other minor rivers with a considerable flow rate. Fly fishing has a long tradition, which is well documented at the Museum of fly fishing in Castel di Sangro and excellently supported by the Italian
Fly fishing in the ancient center of Italy School of Fly Fishing, which has its headquarters in the museum. You can fish on your own but the support of a good guide is always recommended, at least for the first experiences. The location is also suitable for an itinerant trip which can also cover cities like Rome or Florence reachable in just a few hours by car. However, in Abruzzo you will have the pleasure
PHOTO: Comune di Castel di Sangro website
to discover not only fine waters and wonderfully colored autochthonous brown trout, but also the narrow streets of villages such as Pescocostanzo and Rivisondoli, which were spared during the Second World War and have now become world heritage sites.
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Abruzzo
ABRUZZO - TOUR EXPERIENCES
S.I.M - ITALIAN FLY FISHING SCHOOL
“Italian fly fishing school” was founded in 1987 and is a non-profit organization. Currently the SIM is recognized both in Italy and abroad as one of the best fly fishing schools.
www.simfly.it
RUSTICHELLA D'ABRUZZO
SPORTVILLAGE HOTEL
www.rustichella.it
www.sportvillagehotel.it
Born in 1924, today it is the brand of artisan pasta used by the best Chefs in the world. For us making pasta is an ancient art; the historical and cultural heritage of our land. Proud to be Italian.
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An elegant, refined combination between nature and a modern three star hotel. Immersed in the green nature, the wellness centre inside Sport Village Hotel is the ideal place where our guests can rest and turn a short holiday into a dream.
FLY FISHING WATERS: rivers, creeks
FISH SPECIES: rainbow, brown trout
BEST PERIODS: April, May, June, September
FLY FISHING TECHNIQUES: dry, nymph, streamers
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Sardegna
(Sardinia)
In the heart of the Mediterranean sea there’s an island with an impressive outback nature, breathtaking turquoise sea, genuine food, ancient traditions and great native people. This island is called Sardinia…where you can enjoy the ultimate bass fishing experience in Europe. Black bass are widely spread here. this species was imported in the 19th century from USA, and today is the
Fly fishing in the pearl of the Mediterranean main predator of the inland waters here. You will mainly fish inland lakes, some with large dams, often with clear water (clearness can vary). Fishing is often concentrated in small bays and along the banks, among the submerged branches where the bass stand, waiting for their prey. Fishing these water surrounded by an “old far west” environment, under the sun, is really impressive. We will do our best to suggest and propose you the
best fishing periods, and we will be very clear with you about the fishing conditions. Your stay in Sardinia must not be a tiring and demanding fishing experience, but a holiday of relaxation and comfort: a perfect destination also for family members who can do many activities and enjoy the amazing nature and sea of the island!
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Sardegna
sardegna - TOUR EXPERIENCES
THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SEA OF THE MEDITERRANEAN The sea of Sardinia is one of the most beautiful in the whole Mediterranean. Its beaches of fine sand and the turquoise sea surround the island. A few minutes drive from the bass fishing lakes.
DIVING IN THE MEDITERRANEAN SEA
The sea surrounding the island is characterized by the clarity of the water. The sea here is full of life and wrecks to be discovered. For diving lovers, we can organize one or more excursions to discover the wonders of the sardinian seabed.
HORSE RIDING IN THE NATURE
Sardinia is a land of traditions. The practice of horse riding is one of these. During your stay we can organize horseback rides in the hinterland or along the breathtaking white sandy beaches.
HIKING, EXCURSIONS
The island offers uncontaminated nature. There are many paths to discover the hinterland and the various natural and archaeological sites that the island offers, on foot or by bike.
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FLY FISHING WATERS: lakes
FISH SPECIES: black bass
BEST PERIODS: from June to October
FLY FISHING TECHNIQUES: poppers, divers, streamers
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