Freshwater fishing in Europe: 10 ideas for your trip

1. Lake Como (Italy)

This alpine lake, renowned for its clarity and majestic scenery, is home to pike, perch and trout. The picturesque lakeside villages offer the perfect welcome between two fishing sessions.âeuros

2. Lough Corrib (Ireland)

Vast and wild, this lake is a reference for fly fishermen, especially for its huge brown trout. Irish waters and local folklore guarantee an authentic atmosphere.âeuros

3. Lake Balaton (Hungary)

Nicknamed the â??Sea of Hungaryâ?, Balaton is the largest lake in Central Europe. Carp, pike-perch, perch and catfish can all be found here, surrounded by villages and welcoming beaches.âeuros

4. Tyrol and Carinthia (Austria)

Powerful rivers and mountain waters offer rainbow trout, brown trout and grayling on exceptional natural courses, perfect for fly fishing.âeuros

5. Lake Geneva (Switzerland/France)

The Leman is home to a wide variety of fish: pike, Arctic char, perch and trout. From the Swiss or French banks, the experience is punctuated by grandiose landscapes and charming villages.âeuros

6. Lake Prespa (Macedonia/Albania/Greece)

This shared lake offers tranquillity and biodiversity in a protected environment where carp, kebabs and barbecues abound, perfect for a fishing retreat away from the crowds.âeuros

7. Slovenian rivers (Slovenia)

The Slovenian â??Three Valleysâ? are renowned for their Marmorata trout, rainbow trout, brown trout and huchen trout. Fly-fishing in crystal-clear waters, in the heart of pristine alpine landscapes.âeuros

8. Le San (Poland)

Ideal for an affordable stay, the San runs through vast, unspoilt valleys, rich in grayling and trout. Rigorous management and a warm welcome make this a true â??Eastern saviorâ? for fishing.âeuros

9. Lofoten and Finnmark (Norway)

Between fjords and coastal villages, Norway offers fish-filled waters and spectacular Scandinavian scenery for pike, salmon and trout, in a climate that is always invigorating.âeuros

10. Gorges du Verdon (France)

The clear, turquoise waters of the Verdon allow you to fish for predators, carp and even trout, in a spectacular environment of gorges and Provencal plateaus.âeuros

A fishing trip to Europe is much more than a quest for beautiful fish: it's an immersion in nature, local culture and the art of living in the continent's valleys and lakes. Each destination combines a variety of techniques (fly, predator, strike), grandiose landscapes and authentic encounters, to satisfy every fishing enthusiast.âeuros