VARALLO
The tourist reserve of Varallo offers the opportunity for strictly catch-and-release fly fishing and along over one kilometre of the Mastallone stream, from its confluence with the Sesia River to the "Ponte delle Folle". The fishing conditions are favourable with many riffles, pools, and wide runs, making it an enjoyable experience. The waters are rich in brown trout (fario) and rainbow trout (iridea), but it is not uncommon to catch marble trout and their hybrids as well. The daily permit for fishing in this area costs €20.00.
SCOPELLO
This stretch of the Sesia River spans one kilometre and 200 meters. It has deep pools and riffles surrounded by wide gravel banks. The river passes through the town of Scopello before flowing among the meadows again. From the three bridges that cross the river, you can see the abundance of trout and grayling inhabiting this section. This reserve opens every spring and allows various fishing techniques like bait fishing, spinning, or fly fishing without obstacles. Accompanying individuals can relax and enjoy the sun while you fish.
In this tourist reserve, the standard permit costs €25.00, and you are allowed to keep up to 5 fish. Additionally, there is a daily catch-and-release permit available for €20.00.
ALTA VALLE SESIA TOURIST SECTION
This is a two-kilometre stretch of the Sesia River in the municipality of Alagna Valsesia and is managed differently from the previously described sections. It opens every spring.
This section is primarily stocked with brown trout (fario) averaging a weight of 3 kilograms per fish, including some even larger specimens.
All fishing technique are permitted, and you have the option to purchase a permit allowing the capture of 6 fish (€32.00 for adults). Alternatively, a catch-and-release permit (€25.00) is available exclusively for fly fishing with single barbless hooks.
Discounted rates are available for minors and for the purchase of 5-day permits
