1. Germany

Fishing in Germany

Fishing in Germany includes saltwater fishing along the coastline as well as freshwater opportunities in rivers and lakes. Nearshore fishing targets a mix of coastal and reef species, while offshore trips often focus on pelagic fish such as tuna and mackerel depending on season and location.

Types of species in Germany

Pike
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Carp
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Top fishing spots in Germany

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Westen-See

Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

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Süderholmer Moor

Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

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Gutenbach

Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany

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Rheinauhafen

North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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Schwarzes Moor

Lower Saxony, Germany

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Cramoner See

Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany

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Mühlbach

Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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Tal-Bach

Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany

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Dhünn

North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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Pleißbach

Saxony, Germany

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Biggest catches in Germany

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Germany fishing reports

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Northern pike

Dhünn

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Eurasian ruffe

Cramoner See

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European perch

Cramoner See

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European perch

Cramoner See

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European perch

Cramoner See

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Northern pike

Westen-See

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European perch

Westen-See

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European perch

Westen-See

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Northern pike

Westen-See

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Northern pike

Gutenbach

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FAQ about fishing in Germany

🐟 What are the best fish species to catch in Germany?
Some of the most popular species anglers target in Germany include Pike, Perch, and Carp. The best species often depend on season, water type, and location within the country.

For more detailed, real-time insights, the shows which species are being caught near you and what baits are working best across Germany.
🌊 Where are the top fishing spots in Germany?
Some of the most popular fishing spots in Germany include Westen-See, Süderholmer Moor, and Gutenbach. Anglers across the country fish a wide range of waters, with opportunities varying by region and season.

With the , you can explore local hotspots anywhere in Germany, see recent catches, and find out what's working near you.
🎣 What are anglers currently catching in Germany?
Recent catches logged in Germany include European perch, Northern pike, and Eurasian ruffe, with active reports coming in from waters like Dhünn and Cramoner See. What's biting changes week to week depending on weather, water temperature, and season.

Open the to see the latest reports from Germany in real time — including bait, conditions, and exact locations.
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Popular States in Germany
BerlinRheinland-PfalzLower SaxonyNorth Rhine-WestphaliaThuringiaBavariaBaden-WuerttembergBrandenburgSaxonySchleswig-HolsteinHamburgMecklenburg-VorpommernSaarlandBrandenburgHesseBremen
Popular species in Germany
Northern pikeEuropean perchZanderCommon carpRainbow troutEuropean chubBrown troutCommon breamCommon roachAspAtlantic codMirror carpTenchCommon ruddRound gobyWels catfishLargemouth bassEuropean eelEuropean garfishLake troutLeather carpSea troutCommon barbelSteelheadBrook troutExplore species
Popular fishing waters in Germany
Westen-SeeSüderholmer MoorGutenbachRheinauhafenSchwarzes MoorCramoner SeeMühlbachTal-BachDhünnPleißbachNiedMühlen-BachGroß Krebs-SeeRyckEsels-BachRiedgrabenLuhnauGlasbachThe MediaHarborWildes MoorPopular Waters