Public fishing lakes, rivers and canals in Vorarlberg — char, brown trout, pike, perch, grayling, Brown trout.
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Vorarlberg shares the Bodensee (Lake Constance) with Austriany and Switzerland — one of Central Europe's largest lakes. The Bodensee holds perch, pike, bream, roach and excellent lake trout fishing, accessible with a cross-border permit valid across all three countries. The Rhine forms the western border and holds barbel, chub and asp in its Austrian reaches.
The Bregenzerwald uplands contain fast-flowing trout and grayling rivers managed by local clubs. Bodensee fishing permits (Bodenseefischerei) are sold by the three bordering states and allow fishing across the entire lake — unusual for a cross-border water and very accessible for visiting anglers. Night fishing on the Bodensee shore is regulated by cantonal rules.
Species present across Vorarlberg's public waters include perch, pike, bream, lake trout, roach, barbel, grayling. The exact mix varies by water type and area.
All anglers fishing public waters in Vorarlberg must hold a valid Fischereischein (state fishing licence) issued by the Vorarlberg fishery authority. Licences require passing the Fischerprüfung — a written and practical exam covering fish species, ecology and regulations.
In addition to the state licence, you need a Gastkarte (guest permit) for each individual water, issued by the managing Fischereiverein. Gastkarten are widely available at tackle shops and increasingly bookable online via hejfish.com. Night fishing, boat use and bivvy camping are regulated at venue level — always check the specific rules before travelling.
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