Fly Fishing in Tuscany
Imagine visiting Florence one day and fly-fishing on the headwaters of the Arno river the next...
The Casentino Valley, nestled in the Apennine Mountains of Tuscany, has a rich history of fishing dating back centuries. Our local catch-and-release zones on the Arno and Solano Rivers, and another an hour away on the Tiber River, are recognized as the Capital of Sportfishing in Italy.
Our local native brown trout, or 'trota fario' is renowned for its unique coloring.
Flyfishing in Casentino
The ideal periods for fishing are also the best times to visit Italy: March-May and September-December. Our concierge will pair you with a professional guide who has an intimate knowledge of the rivers and streams in the Valley. The local style of fishing 'Casentinesi' involving telescopic rods of between 15 and 40(!) feet in length is a treat to behold! Our rivers hosted the 2024 World Championships and your guide can arrange for a lesson in this unique style as well.
Guide Rates:
Please note that we offer fishing experiences for guests staying with us for a minimum of 2-3 nights. The prices for fly fishing are as follows:
- Guide: €250 per person
- Equipment rental: €45
- Fishing permit: €15
Spinner fishing is absolutely allowed. If you already have your own equipment, there’s no need to rent, but if needed, we can provide it for you. We can also provide a picnic lunch or arrange for lunch in a local trattoria.
If you would like more details or wish to confirm the booking, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
We can also arrange visits to our two local trout farms. The oldest dating to its original service to the Grand Duke of Tuscany, Ferdinand I de’ Medici, who issued the “Edict of the Waters and Forests” in 1588 and aimed to regulate and protect the natural resources, including fish, within the Grand Duchy of Tuscany.
