Fishing at Mały Staw

About Fishing at Mały Staw

The Mały Staw is a intimate Polish public lake in Lower Silesian voivodeship, extending to 3.1 hectares. The water holds pike, perch, carp, bream, roach.

Night fishing is permitted at Mały Staw — always confirm specific conditions on your PZW permit before fishing after dark.

At 603 miles from Calais, Mały Staw is a realistic destination for UK anglers travelling via the Channel Tunnel (Folkestone–Calais, ~35 min) or P&O Ferries (Dover–Calais, ~90 min).

Fish Species at Mały Staw

Mały Staw holds pike, perch, carp, bream, roach.

Best Time to Fish Mały Staw in Poland

Poland's main coarse fishing season runs year-round for most species on PZW-managed waters, though specific waters may have seasonal restrictions noted on the permit. Coarse fishing for pike and perch can be excellent in winter on larger Polish lakes, while warmer months bring more active bream, roach and tench. Summer evenings are often the most productive session window.

Water temperatures in Poland drop significantly from November through March — plan accordingly if travelling from the UK during winter months. Spring thaw (March–April) can make access to riverbank venues difficult in low-lying areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How big is Mały Staw?+
  Mały Staw covers 8 acres (3.1 ha) in Lower Silesian voivodeship, Poland.
• What fish can I catch at Mały Staw?+
  Mały Staw holds pike, perch, carp, bream, roach.
• Is night fishing allowed at Mały Staw?+
  Night fishing at Mały Staw is permitted. Night fishing is generally permitted on Polish lowland lakes and rivers under PZW rules, but always confirm on your specific permit before fishing after dark.
• What licence do I need to fish in Poland?+
  Foreign visitors to Poland do not need a national angling card (Karta Wędkarska). You need only valid photo ID plus a water-specific permit (zezwolenie) for the PZW district covering Mały Staw. Buy online at wedkarz.pzw.pl, at a PZW district office, or from local tackle shops. Typical cost: 1-day ~€18–20, weekly ~€45, annual ~€90–120.
• How far is Mały Staw from the UK?+
  Mały Staw is approximately 603 miles from Calais. The most popular routes for UK anglers are the Channel Tunnel (Folkestone–Calais, ~35 min) or P&O Ferries (Dover–Calais, ~90 min), then drive east through Belgium and Germany. Allow approximately 11 hours of driving from Calais.
• What is a PZW permit?+
  PZW (Polski Związek Wędkarski) is Poland's national angling association, managing most public freshwaters. A PZW district permit (zezwolenie) gives access to the waters in that district. Most can be bought online at wedkarz.pzw.pl or from local tackle shops. Some private lakes operate outside the PZW system with their own day-ticket arrangements.
• Can I fish in Poland without speaking Polish?+
  Yes — PZW permits at wedkarz.pzw.pl are available in English. Tackle shops near popular fishing areas often have English-speaking staff. The permit itself and any signage at the water will typically be in Polish, but the PZW site can help you identify the correct district for your chosen venue.

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