The Sieve river (Fiume Sieve) has a catch and release area just 40 minutes out of Florence.
The river exits from Bilancino Lake at a constant flow and temperature: these two elements, besides ensuring excellent fishing activity even in summer and in the warmer hours, offer the trout the best growth and reproduction conditions.
In fact, the Sieve river hosts a very high density of brown trout and a huge population of truly competitive 60cm long specimens, which is now unique in Europe. This makes the Sieve river the ideal place to encounter interesting fishing spots by combining the sporting day with family activities, and the admiration of the beauty that Tuscany offers.
The fishing season opens at the end of February and closes at the end of November. March to mid-July is the ideal time for sight fishing. Observing a brown trout over 60cm length biting your own fly is an indescribable thrill. From mid-July to the season’s end, the water flow rises and all techniques are possible and effective for getting your trophy fish of the season.