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Attersee
Lake TroutPikePike-perch
Europe · Fishing World Guide
Austria.
Fishing in Austria 2026 — Licenses, Regulations & Best Spots
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target species
Yes
license needed
Mar–Nov
best season
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Do you need a license?
License
Yes.
Fishing card (annual): approx. 135 EUR (Upper Austria); day tickets: 10-50 EUR depending on water; weekly tickets: approx. 100-120 EUR
›All license details
- Where to apply?
- District administrative authorities, district captaincies, magistrates or state fishing associations depending on the federal state
- Cost
- Fishing card (annual): approx. 135 EUR (Upper Austria); day tickets: 10-50 EUR depending on water; weekly tickets: approx. 100-120 EUR
- Validity
- Annual card: 12 months; day tickets: 1 day; weekly tickets: 7 days
- Available online?
- Yes
Exact closed seasons and minimum sizes vary by federal state and must be checked before fishing
Fishing license by federal state
Exam, guest cards, costs and license recognition per state.
Fishing License & Exam →When to go?
The season at a glance.
Best season
Spring (March-May) is ideal for trout and pike. Summer for carp and zander. Autumn (September-November) for predators. Winter: ice fishing possible.
Where to fish?
The top waters.
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Traunsee
Lake Trout and others
What's biting?
Your target species.
The rules.
Four things you need to know.
Closed seasons
Closed seasons
60 fish species in Upper Austria with closed seasons recorded; 24 species protected year-round. 63 fish species in Lower Austria with closed seasons; 20 species protected year-round. Varies by federal state.
Catch limits
Catch limits
Fish species may not be caught during closed seasons. Minimum catch sizes must be observed. Undersized fish must be released immediately.
Prohibited methods
Prohibited methods
Not specified in research - check angel-urlaub.at recommended
Catch & release
Catch & release
Undersized fish or fish caught during closed seasons must be returned to the water immediately
What does it cost?
135 €
License
Fishing card: 135 EUR (Upper Austria); guest/day tickets: 10-50 EUR; weekly tickets: 100-120 EUR
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Guide per day
Not specified in research
15-75 €
Daily budget
15-75 EUR per day (depending on water type and water class)
Bite times
The best fishing times — free.
Best fishing times
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Plan your trip.
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Fishing trips in Austria
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All the details
The fine print.
License in detail
District administrative authorities, district captaincies, magistrates or state fishing associations depending on the federal state — Exact closed seasons and minimum sizes vary by federal state and must be checked before fishing
Rules in detail
Austria's alpine waters are among the most beautiful in Europe. The Huchen (Danube salmon) is the king fish and strictly protected. Many waters are privately owned!
Freshwater
Dominant - lakes (Attersee, Traunsee) and river waters
Saltwater
Not relevant for Austria
Equipment
Not specified in research
Guides
Available, prices not specified in research
Getting there
Not specified in research
Safety
Not specified in research
Customs & fish export
Fishing card and water license must always be carried
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All information without guarantee. Always check with the official local authorities. Not legal advice. Last updated: March 26, 2026
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