Fishing in Tyrol

Between May and September, the Leutasch fishery issues a limited number of "stream cards" for the 25-kilometre-long, beautiful Leutascher Ache, which flows through a wild and romantic gorge. While only certified fishermen are allowed to fish on the little river, you can also hunt trout, char and co. at the Weidachsee fishing pond without a licence. A highlight here in winter is ice fishing on the frozen lake, which is open to all fishermen (with admission).

As early as the 15th century, the Tyrolean sovereigns had a fish pond built at the foot of the Cistercian monastery in Stams. Today, two fishing ponds with char as well as rainbow and salmon trout delight amateur fishermen. A fishing licence is not required. You pay by weight. In the fishing centre with its fish boutique, every catch is gutted ready for cooking free of charge. In the show kitchen of the Schwarzfischer restaurant, the fresh fish are prepared directly over an open fire.

At the Hager fishing park near Kössen, you can fish for trout, carp and sturgeon without a fishing licence and enjoy a view of the stunning mountain scenery. Lake Hager is located in the middle of an idyllic nature reserve. Here you can barbecue your catch directly on the shore.

Nestled in a gentle green hilly landscape with a view of the Zahmer Kaiser, Walchsee welcomes nature-loving anglers, beginners and professionals alike. The four Bichlach fishing ponds are also located in a protected area of the Kaiserwinkl, which is home to numerous rare animal and plant species. Frogs and amphibians use the ponds as spawning grounds. They are hardly disturbed by the anglers hoping for a big catch.

Anglers will find a diverse pond landscape in Schwendt south of Kössen. The large pond is home to a large number of char and various trout species and has a specially demarcated stretch for fly fishing. There are two smaller family ponds next door, where fishing luck also awaits young fishermen. Visitors without a fishing licence are also allowed to fish.

The ten areas of East Tyrol are spread across five valleys, from small streams to mountain lakes at 2,500 metres above sea level. Strict attention is paid to exclusivity here. Only local hotel guests - and no more than one per kilometre of river - are allowed to fish. The golden Drau grayling and the mighty Huchen are among the fish that can be caught.

The tranquil Bochra Lake near Stumm is home to char, rainbow trout and carp - even new anglers without a fishing licence can cast their rods here. Equipment is available to hire. In many hotels, guests can purchase fishing licences for the reservoirs and small bodies of water in the charming side valleys - for example for Schlegeisspeicher, Stillupgrund or Durlaßbodenstausee.

Anglers can try their luck for pike, trout, char and carp at the pike lake. The clear waters of the lake offer ideal conditions for both experienced fishermen and beginners. A valid Tyrolean fishing licence is required for fishing. Anyone looking for peace and quiet and the enjoyment of nature will find both at the pike lake - combined with the chance of a successful catch.