1. Italy

Fishing in Italy

Fishing in Italy 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 Italy

Bass
Bass
Carp
Carp
Trout
Trout
Pike
Pike
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Top fishing spots in Italy

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Naviglio Grande

Lombardy, Italy

4.8
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Lago di Garda

Lombardy, Italy

4.5
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Naviglio Bereguardo

Lombardy, Italy

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Fiume Serio

Lombardy, Italy

5.0
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Lago di Varese

Lombardy, Italy

3.0
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Lago di Cancano

Lombardy, Italy

5.0
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Lago di Endine

Lombardy, Italy

5.0
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Torrente Tidone

Emilia-Romagna, Italy

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Cava Monzoro

Lombardy, Italy

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Fiume Passirio

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

5.0
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Biggest catches in Italy

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Italy fishing reports

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European perch

Lago Albano

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Lago Albano

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Brown trout

Lago di Varese

10 in · 7 oz

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Brown trout

Lago di Varese

2 in · 2 oz

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Brown trout

Lago di Varese

8 in · 7 oz

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Brown trout

Lago di Varese

6 in · 2 oz

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European seabass

Fiume Vomano

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Lago Albano

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Lago Albano

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Pumpkinseed

Cava Monzoro

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FAQ about fishing in Italy

Some of the most popular species anglers target in Italy include Bass, Carp, and Trout. 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 Italy.
Some of the most popular fishing spots in Italy include Naviglio Grande, Lago di Garda, and Naviglio Bereguardo. 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 Italy, see recent catches, and find out what's working near you.
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Popular species in Italy
Largemouth bassCommon carpRainbow troutBrown troutNorthern pikeEuropean chubEuropean perchGilthead seabreamEuropean seabassWels catfishMirror carpPumpkinseedMarble troutPainted comberCrucian carpChannel catfishWhite seabreamBluefishCommon barbelWhite sturgeonZanderSaddled seabreamLeather carpCommon ruddStriped seabreamExplore species
Popular fishing waters in Italy
Naviglio GrandeLago di GardaNaviglio BereguardoFiume SerioLago di VareseLago di CancanoLago di EndineTorrente TidoneCava MonzoroFiume PassirioFiume SerchioLago di MassaciuccoliLago AlbanoTorrente ElvoLago d'OrtaFiume CaltagironeLago di ComoFiume VomanoNaviglio di PaviaFiume AddaPopular Waters