Pure relaxation: Welcome to the land of rivers and lakes

The sunny south of Austria offers ideal conditions for fishing and angling: On the one hand, Carinthia, with around 8,000 kilometers of flowing and around 1,240 standing bodies of water, can rightly be called the land of rivers and lakes. And on the other hand, environmental protection is a top priority, which is why fish feel very comfortable in the Carinthian waters and grow up healthy and strong. The meat of the fish is therefore of special quality and outstanding taste. An unprecedented wealth of species awaits fly fishermen, coarse or predatory fish anglers: from trout and grayling to huchen , anglers will find a true paradise here.

A special tip for the next fishing holiday in Carinthia is the Carinthian part of the Hohe Tauern National Park. Its crystal-clear waters are an intact habitat for a wide variety of fish species. And after the fishing experience, the turquoise-blue Carinthian lakes with drinking water quality lure you in for a refreshing swim and an enjoyable end to the day – the bathing lakes are also perfect for families with children traveling with you…

The Carinthian members of ABENTEUER FISCHWASSER

Beer hotel Loncium
Area: Fishing Area Planner: 2km (40m under the Stranig bridge to 55m before the Oberdörnitzner bridge), Aqua Sol Adventure: Mühlbach, Valentin, Cellon and Grünsee
Duration: Rainbow trout, grayling, brown trout, huchen (removal prohibited)

Our member companies in the Hohe Tauern National Park

Moserhof estate
Territory: Möll, Drau, Millstätter and Weißensee as well as the farm’s own forest ponds.
Duration: Rainbow and brown trout, whitefish, grayling, tench, pike, pikeperch, tench, carp, huchen and noses. Salmon or trout from the farm’s own forest ponds.

Gasthof Dorfschenke
Areas: Möll, Gößnitz reservoir
Duration: Brown trout, grayling, swarms of roach and rudd, tench and roach

Our member companies in the Villach region

Family sports hotel “Brennseehof” **** s
Territory: Brennsee and Afritzersee. With a combined area of around 100 ha, about 2 km apart.
Duration: Pike, catfish, pikeperch, Reinanke, lake trout, arctic char, brown trout, rainbow trout, eel, whitefish, bream, carp and tench.

Important Information for Anglers in Carinthia

Permits and Documents

To fish in Carinthia, you need the following documents:

• Annual fishing license: This is issued upon application if the applicant proves the required reliability and professional aptitude. When applying for the first time, proof of participation in at least eight hours of instruction is required. The district administrative authority of the main residence is responsible for issuing the license.

• Daily Fishing Permit: In addition to the fishing license, a daily permit for the respective body of water is required. You can obtain this from local fishing associations or online.
  
  
• Fishing permit: In addition to the fishing license, a permit from the respective fishing rights holder is required, specifying the particular fishing area and the period of permission.

Minors and Persons with Disabilities

• Children between 7 and 10 years old may fish without an annual fishing license or guest fishing card if they have a fishing permit and are supervised by a fully capable person who possesses a valid fishing license and permit.
  
  
• Persons between 10 and 14 years old need a valid fishing license and a permit, as well as supervision by a fully capable person
  
  
• Persons with disabilities who do not have the professional aptitude may fish without a fishing license if they have a permit and are accompanied by a fully capable, licensed person.

Closed Seasons and Minimum Sizes

To protect fish stocks, specific closed seasons and minimum sizes apply in Carinthia, which must be strictly observed. Some examples:

• Pike: Closed season from January 1 to April 30; Minimum size: 55 cm.
• Brown trout: Closed season from October 1 to March 31; Minimum size: 22 cm.
• Grayling: Closed season from January 1 to May 31, minimum length: 33 cm.
• Rainbow trout: Closed season from January 1 to March 31; Minimum size: 24 cm.
• Whitefish: Closed season from November 1 to February 28; Minimum size: 30 cm.
• Tench: Closed season from June 1 to June 30; Minimum size: 25 cm.
  
  

Please note that these values may vary depending on the body of water. Therefore, always inform yourself about the specific regulations of the respective fishing association

Rights and Obligations

• Carrying documents: While fishing, anglers must always carry their fishing license and fishing permit and present them to the fishing supervisory authorities upon request.
  
  
• Catch Record Keeping: In some areas, keeping a catch record is mandatory to ensure sustainability and traceability of fishing.

Prohibitions and Penalties

• Protected fish species: Fish species may not be caught during their closed season or below the minimum size. If such fish are caught nonetheless, they must be immediately and carefully returned to the water.

• Prohibited Fishing Gear: The use of prohibited fishing gear is forbidden.

• Penalties: Violations of the provisions of the Carinthian Fishing Act can lead to fines

Current Fishing Law

The objectives of the Carinthian Fishing Act are the preservation, creation, and if necessary, the restoration of a site-appropriate, species-rich, and healthy stock of aquatic animals corresponding to the nature of the respective fishing waters, as well as the natural habitats for these aquatic animals.

For further details and the complete legal regulations, please consult the current Carinthian Fishing Act and the corresponding implementing regulations. Inform yourself before your fishing adventure to experience a sustainable and unforgettable fishing holiday.

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