Fishing at the Bellet Fish Farm

A Break by the Water

In Ruelle-sur-Touvre, just a few minutes from Angoulême, the Villement fish farm offers a simple yet unique experience: fishing for trout right where they’re raised. Here, there are no artificial sets or tourist attractions—just the water, the ponds, and the patient pleasure of local fishing.

The Villement fish farm is part of the Truite Bellet family business, which has been based in the Touvre basin for several generations. The site combines fish farming, processing, and direct sales, offering a particularly hands-on glimpse into local expertise.

The Joy of Fishing in the Great Outdoors

The fishing trail is one of the property’s unique features. Covering an area of 457 m², it allows visitors to fish for rainbow trout and brown trout raised on-site. The experience is designed for both seasoned anglers and visitors who simply want to spend a few hours discovering this traditional and accessible pastime.

The appeal of the place lies precisely in its simplicity. By the water’s edge, life slows down: you watch the ripples on the surface, you wait, and then comes the joy of reeling in your catch. It’s a particularly enjoyable experience for families, but also for travelers seeking authentic activities off the beaten path.

From the Pond to the Plate

Fishing takes on its full meaning here, as it can be followed by a chance to discover the farm’s own products. Fresh trout, fillets, steaks, or even smoked trout allow you to enjoy, in various forms, the fish raised in the Touvre basin.

This continuity between fish farming, fishing, and gastronomy gives the experience an almost gourmet dimension: the product is no longer simply purchased; it is discovered in its natural environment before making its way to the table.

The detail that makes all the difference

Plan your visit for a quiet morning. The soft light and tranquility of the site are particularly well-suited to this activity. For passing visitors, the experience is enhanced when combined with a visit to the nearby headwaters of the Touvre.

The ideal experience

Set aside a few hours, come without rushing, and let yourself be guided by the rhythm of fishing. After your fishing session, stop by the farm stand to discover Truite Bellet’s specialties and choose a trout or some smoked products to enjoy later.

For a stay in the Angoulême region, this stop offers a delightful way to discover a lesser-known aspect of Charente’s culinary heritage: that of a region shaped by water.