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Gut Puttererseehof – Country Hotel and Inn | Aigen im Ennstal, Styria

Name: ABENTEUER FISCHWASSER
Address: Ossiachersee Süduferstraße 59, Villach, Kärnten, 9523, AT
Telephone: +43 4242 4420030
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Gut Puttererseehof mit Terrasse, Sonnenschirmen und Tischen im Garten vor dem Hotelgebäude — Gut Puttererseehof mit Gartenterrasse vor dem Hotelgebäude. Auf der Wiese stehen Holztische und Stühle, daneben spenden große Bäume Schatten

Gute Stube mit holzvertäfelten Wänden, gedeckten Tischen und Fenster mit Vorhängen — Die “Gute Stube” ist mit holzvertäfelten Wänden, gepolsterten Sitzbänken und mehreren weiß gedeckten Tischen eingerichtet.

Gemütliches Zimmer mit Doppelbett, Schreibtisch und ausreichend Tageslicht. Ideal für Angler.

Kinderspielplatz unter Bäumen mit Sandkiste, Schaukeln, Traktoren, Autos, Pit-Pat, Tischtennis direkt beim Puttererseehof

Eine Hand gießt Sauce über einen Teller mit Fleisch, Wurst und Gemüse auf einem Holztisch im Freien — Eine Hand gießt Sauce aus einem kleinen weißen Kännchen über ein angerichtetes Fleischgericht. Der Teller steht auf einem runden Holztisch

Luftaufnahme des Putterersees mit Stegen, Wiesen und bewaldeten Bergen im warmen Abendlicht — Luftaufnahme des Putterersees bei Gut Puttererseehof mit mehreren Stegen am Ufer. Rund um den See liegen Wiesen, einzelne Gebäude und bewald

Gut Puttererseehof — Ein Angler kniet auf einem Holzsteg und hält einen großen Karpfen in den Händen. Im Hintergrund liegen ein ruhiger See, bewaldete Hänge und

Mann sitzt in einem Holzruderboot und angelt auf dem ruhigen Putterersee. Im Hintergrund spiegeln sich Bäume und Berge im Wasser.

Mann steht mit Angelrute in einem kleinen Holzboot auf dem ruhigen Putterersee. Im Hintergrund spiegeln sich Wiesen und ein bewaldeter Hang.

Angler with Fishing Rod Holding an Angling Experience Certificate on the Bank of a Body of Water.

Fishing holiday at Lake Putterer – coarse and predatory fishing on the peat lake and fishing on the Gullingbach stream

The 13-hectare Lake Putterer and the Gullingbach stream are each only about a five-minute walk from Gut Puttererseehof. Coarse and predatory fish are targeted in the lake, while brown and rainbow trout, as well as grayling, are fished in the 2.5 km long Gullingbach. For house guests at Lake Putterer, there is also night fishing, rowing boats, and a private cabin by the lake.

Quick Overview

Waters:Lake Putterer, 13 ha, and Gullingbach, 2.5 km

Service at the lake: Rowing boats, cabin with parasol and loungers; night fishing exclusively for house guests

Cuisine & Hotel: traditional family business since 1665, regional cuisine with products from our own farm, 18 rooms

Family & Summer: Lake Putterer about a five-minute walk away, play garden, children’s farm, children’s playroom and childcare in July and August

Fishing Highlights

Lake Putterer: 13-hectare peat lake with pike, carp, zander, catfish, grass carp, perch, eel, and tench.

Night fishing: Exclusively house guests are permitted to fish at Lake Putterer at night.

Gullingbach: Approximately 2.5 km long private fishing area with brown trout, rainbow trout, and grayling.

Fishing offers: Fly fishing course, youth course, supervised fishing weekend, and ice fishing upon request.

Who is it Suitable for?

Coarse and predatory anglers: Lake Putterer with carp, tench, pike, zander, catfish, perch, eel, and grass carp.

Fly fishermen: 2.5 km Gullingbach with brown and rainbow trout, as well as grayling.

Anglers with supervision: Fly fishing courses, youth courses, and supervised fishing weekends are offered.

Families & Companions: Bathing area at Lake Putterer, large play garden, children’s farm, children’s playroom, and childcare in July and August.

House & Facilities

18 single, double, multi-bed, and family rooms

Half board with breakfast buffet and 3-course choice menu in the evening

Regional and seasonal products, a large part from our own farm

Approximately 5,000 m² garden with playground and sunbathing areas

Childcare in July and August, Monday to Friday

Free bathing area for hotel guests at Lake Putterer

Rowing boats, cabin with parasol and loungers at the lake

Free bicycle rental and some e-bikes

Season, Licenses & Equipment

Lake Putterer: according to the current fishing page, from May 15 to October 26, carp already from May 1

Gullingbach: from March 15 to September 15, depending on weather and water levels

Daily fishing pass for external guests: €30 – Fishing passes are available directly at Gut Puttererseehof.

At Lake Putterer, fishing is permitted with a maximum of two rods and one bait each.

Night fishing is exclusively permitted for house guests.

For predatory fish, the regulations of the current fishing area apply; live bait is not permitted.

Barbless hooks are mandatory for coarse fishing.

A landing net or unhooking mat is mandatory.

Private boats and electric motors are not permitted.

Ennstal-Fischer Voucher

Guests of Gut Puttererseehof can also use the fishing waters of partner establishments “Zur Gams” with Donnersbach and Enns, as well as Tetter with Untertalbach, with the Ennstal Fishing Voucher.

FAQ

How far are the fishing waters from the hotel?

Lake Putterer and Gullingbach are each reachable within about a five-minute walk from Gut Puttererseehof.

Is night fishing possible?

Yes. Night fishing at Lake Putterer is exclusively permitted for house guests.

Are rowing boats available?

Yes. Rowing boats, as well as a cabin with a parasol and loungers, are available for house guests at Lake Putterer. Private boats are not permitted.

Can children fish?

According to the fishing regulations, children under 14 years of age may only fish when accompanied by an authorized angler. With the ‘Fisher-Family’ offer, children up to 15 years of age may fish when accompanied by an adult, upon booking the fishing package.

Are fishing courses offered?

Yes. Fly fishing courses, youth courses, and supervised fishing weekends are offered. Your own fishing equipment is required for the fly fishing course.

Our Reading Tip

Fishing report by Michael Plakolb about a fishing weekend at Lake Putterer, with experiences regarding the water, fish stock, and fishing. To the report

Territory info

Putterersee Stock: Pike, carp, zander, catfish, grass carp, perch, eel, tench Gullingbach Stock: Brown trout, rainbow trout, grayling

Fishing season

Putterersee: May 15 to October 26, carp from May 1 Gullingbach: March 15 to September 15, depending on weather and water levels

Angler’s card: Daily fishing pass €30

YOUR AREA:

Putterersee

Lake Putterer is a peat lake covering approximately 13 hectares with a depth of about 6 to 8 meters. The fish stock includes pike, carp, zander, catfish, grass carp, perch, eel, and tench. Reed zones and natural shore areas provide habitat for whitefish and thus also food for predatory fish.

The lake is about a five-minute walk from Gut Puttererseehof. House guests have access to a cabin with a parasol and loungers, as well as rowing boats. Night fishing is exclusively permitted for house guests.

When fishing, the current regulations for the fishing area must be observed. Fishing is permitted with a maximum of two rods and one bait each. Live bait may not be used for predatory fish. Coarse fishing is only permitted with barbless hooks. Tench and wild carp must be released after catching; catfish must be removed without exception. A landing net or unhooking mat is mandatory.

During bathing hours, fishing is not permitted in the lido area from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Fishing from a boat is not permitted after 9:00 PM.

Gullingbach

The hotel’s own section of the Gullingbach stream is about 2.5 km long and is also only about a five-minute walk from Gut Puttererseehof.

The stream is predominantly home to brown trout, rainbow trout, and grayling. According to the current operating site, flies, nymphs, and spiders are permitted. Fishing is possible from March 15 to September 15, depending on weather and water levels.

Fishing in the Gullingbach is exclusively reserved for house guests of Gut Puttererseehof.

Fishing courses

Fly fishing: After an information evening, a passionate fly fisherman accompanies participants for a total of ten hours on the water on the following days. Your own fishing equipment is required.

Youth course: Three fishing days with supervision by the fishing warden. Topics covered include equipment assembly, rigs, casting technique, proper handling of caught fish, and releasing them.

Supervised fishing weekend: Two supervised fishing days with equipment assembly, rigs, casting technique, as well as day and night fishing.

Ice fishing: If the ice is sufficiently load-bearing, fishing is done through the ice, otherwise from the jetty. Dates are available upon request.