How many fishing areas are there in Germany?

A total of 13267 fishing areas are registered in Germany.

Which fishing methods are most popular in Germany?

Top methods are: [Jigging](/en/methods/spin%20fishing/jigging), [Float fishing](/en/methods/still%20fishing/float%20fishing), [Bottom fishing](/en/methods/still%20fishing/bottom%20fishing), [Twitching](/en/methods/spin%20fishing/twitching), [Nymph fishing](/en/methods/fly%20fishing/nymph%20fishing), [Dry fly fishing](/en/methods/fly%20fishing/dry%20fly%20fishing).

Which fish species are caught most frequently in Germany?

The most common species are: [Perch](/en/species/perch), [Rainbow trout](/en/species/rainbow%20trout), [Pike](/en/species/pike), [Common carp](/en/species/common%20carp), [Pikeperch](/en/species/pikeperch), [Roach](/en/species/roach).

What is the heaviest catch in Germany?

The heaviest catch weighs 35 kg and is a [Catfish](/en/species/catfish).

Which waters are particularly popular in Germany?

Popular fishing waters in Germany include [Datze](/en/lakes/datze), [Regen-Altwasser](/en/lakes/regen-altwasser), [Großes Meer (Landkreis Diepholz)](/en/lakes/gro%C3%9Fes%20meer%20%28landkreis%20diepholz%29).

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

In the last 6 months, 160 catches were reported.

When is the best season for fishing in Germany?

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 Germany?

Most popular lure: Maggots (Naturköder).

Where can you fish without a fishing license in Germany?

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 Germany?

The average length is 45.4 cm, the average weight is 1.77 kg.

How many different anglers have reported catches in Germany?

So far, 79 different anglers have been active.

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

Most catches were made between 15:00 and 16:00.

What is the total reported catch weight in Germany?

349.88 kg total weight has been entered so far.

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

Most catches are made on a Sunday.

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Bezirksfischereiverein Mühldorf Altötting e. V

Mühldorf a. Inn

Fischereiverein München e.V.

Ottobrunn

Angelsportverein Dortmund 1901 e.V.

Dortmund

Fischerkameradschaft Heldenstein e.V

Heldenstein

Angelösportverein Münster 1955 e.V.

Münster

Anglerverein Mühlhausen e.V.

Mühlhausen

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Tackle shops in Germany

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Reutlingen

A&M Angelsport

Speyer

Andrés Angelshop

Falkensee

Andys Angellaube

Hankensbüttel

Angel-Agentur Landerer

Fürstenwalde/Spree

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171 cm / 35,000 g

10/17/2024, 19:10

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Bachforelle caught on 2026-08-21T11:13:18Z

08/21/2026, 13:13

42 cm

850 g

08/20/2026, 17:28

60 cm

1,700 g

Bachforelle caught on 2026-08-16T17:12:42Z

08/16/2026, 19:12

34 cm

500 g

Bachforelle caught on 2026-08-16T09:14:38Z

08/16/2026, 11:14

31 cm

664 g

Bachforelle caught on 2026-08-15T17:05:48Z

08/15/2026, 19:05

32 cm

550 g

08/13/2026, 20:15

56 cm

100 g

08/13/2026, 19:03

29 cm

400 g

08/09/2026, 21:06

35 cm

450 g

Karausche caught on 2026-08-09T14:14:34Z

08/09/2026, 16:14

56 cm

2,850 g

08/09/2026, 15:27

20 cm

100 g

Schuppenkarpfen caught on 2026-08-09T13:13:21Z

08/09/2026, 15:13

55 cm

3,250 g

08/08/2026, 21:57

21 cm

100 g

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Fishing in Germany: overview

Germany comprises 16 states with a total of 13,267 fishing waters listed on Angelradar across 10,973 cities. The most frequently reported fish species are Perch, Common bream, Roach, Pike, Pikeperch, and Rainbow trout. Common fishing methods in the region are Jigging, Float fishing, Bottom fishing, and Twitching. Well-known waters include Datze, Regen-Altwasser, Großes Meer (Landkreis Diepholz), Vorspessartseen, Niers, and Kappmichels Teich. Anglers have documented 198 catches here in total.