How many fishing areas are there in Austria?

A total of 1990 fishing areas are registered in Austria.

Which fishing methods are most popular in Austria?

Top methods are: [Jigging](/en/methods/spin%20fishing/jigging), [Float fishing](/en/methods/still%20fishing/float%20fishing), [Jerking](/en/methods/spin%20fishing/jerking), [Bottom fishing](/en/methods/still%20fishing/bottom%20fishing), [Finesse fishing](/en/methods/spin%20fishing/finesse%20fishing), [Nymph fishing](/en/methods/fly%20fishing/nymph%20fishing).

Which fish species are caught most frequently in Austria?

The most common species are: [Pikeperch](/en/species/pikeperch), [Perch](/en/species/perch), [Pike](/en/species/pike), [Eel](/en/species/eel), [Catfish](/en/species/catfish), [Chub](/en/species/chub).

What is the heaviest catch in Austria?

The heaviest catch weighs 34 kg and is a [Catfish](/en/species/catfish).

Which waters are particularly popular in Austria?

Popular fishing waters in Austria include [Oberer Sonntagskarsee](/en/lakes/oberer%20sonntagskarsee), [Grünwaldsee](/en/lakes/gr%C3%BCnwaldsee), [Edelteich](/en/lakes/edelteich).

How many catches have been reported in the last 6 months?

In the last 6 months, 37 catches were reported.

When is the best season for fishing in Austria?

Spring and autumn offer the best fishing conditions, as many fish species are on the move and actively feeding.

Which lures are particularly popular in Austria?

Most popular lure: Wobbler (Lieblingsköder).

Where can you fish without a fishing license in Austria?

Fishing without a license is only permitted in very few waters. Please check the regional regulations of the respective states.

What is the average length and weight of catches in Austria?

The average length is 51.4 cm, the average weight is 2.43 kg.

How many different anglers have reported catches in Austria?

So far, 34 different anglers have been active.

At what time of day are most catches made in Austria?

Most catches were made between 20:00 and 21:00.

What is the total reported catch weight in Austria?

99.77 kg total weight has been entered so far.

Which day of the week are most catches made in Austria?

Most catches are made on a Thursday.

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Götzis

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Alpbach

Anglerverein Baden

Baden

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Bleiburg

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Jenbach

Anglerverein Landeck

Landeck

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Judenburg

Angelcenter Amstetten

Amstetten

Angelcenter Leibnitz

Leibnitz

Angel Center Salzburg

Salzburg

Angelsport Freithofer

Feldkirchen in Kärnten

Angelsport Kinzl Richard

Hochburg-Ach

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Fishing in Austria: overview

Austria comprises 9 states with a total of 1,990 fishing waters listed on Angelradar across 2,092 cities. The most frequently reported fish species are Perch, Pikeperch, Roach, Common bream, Pike, and Catfish. Common fishing methods in the region are Jigging, Float fishing, Jerking, and Bottom fishing. Well-known waters include Oberer Sonntagskarsee, Grünwaldsee, Edelteich, Trattnach, Kleinsee (Sankt Kanzian am Klopeiner See), and Kleiner Mühldorfer See. Anglers have documented 41 catches here in total.