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Fishing in
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·Spain40.46°, -3.75°
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Fishing License & Permit
- License required?
- Yes
- Where to apply?
- At the respective regional government (regional level)
- Cost
- From approx. EUR 10/year for inland waters, approx. EUR 30 for 3 years (example Valencia)
- Validity
- Coastal license valid in all Spanish coastal waters, inland water license valid only in the respective region
- Available online?
- No
Strict protection regulations for tuna and other species. Accidental catches of protected species must be released immediately.
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Rules & Regulations
- Closed seasons
- Bluefin tuna: October 14 to June 15. Beach fishing Balearics: May 1 to September 30 only, 7am-10pm
- Catch limits
- Maximum 5 kg per day, unless a single fish exceeds this weight
- Prohibited methods
- Spearfishing with harpoons regulated in certain areas
- Catch & Release
- Protected species must be returned to the sea immediately (even if dead). Affected: bluefin tuna, albacore, bigeye tuna, swordfish, spearfish, garfish, sailfish, hake, red sea bream
The Ebro is THE European catfish hotspot with specimens over 100 kg! Black bass fishing in the reservoirs of southern Spain is world-class.
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Waters & Fish Species
Top waters
- —Ebro River (Wels up to 90+ kg)
- —Costa del Sol (diverse species)
- —Costa Brava (diverse species)
- —Costa Blanca (diverse species)
- —Costa de la Luz (diverse species)
- —Kanarische Islands: Gran Canaria, La Gomera, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura (Hochseeangeln)
- —Balearen (Hochseeangeln, Beachangeln)
- —Pyrenäen (Trout, Fly fishing)
- —Ebro Delta (Predatory fish)
Target fish
Freshwater
Ebro, Pyrenees rivers (trout, catfish, fly fishing)
Saltwater
Costa del Sol, Costa Brava, Costa Blanca, Costa de la Luz, Canary Islands, Balearics
Variable, depending on region and provider. Especially available on the Canary Islands and in the Pyrenees
Best season: Spring and summer (May-September) on the coast. Year-round possible in inland waters.
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Practical Information
- Equipment
- Standard fishing equipment depending on species (fly rod for Pyrenees, deep-sea tackle for Canary Islands). Spearfishing with appropriate gear.
- Fishing guides
- Numerous fishing companies and lodges available especially in the Pyrenees and on the Canary Islands
- Transport
- Travel to fishing waters affordable, especially to the Ebro Delta. Good infrastructure at tourist fishing destinations.
- Safety
- Observe local safety regulations, especially for deep-sea fishing. Insurance recommended.
- Customs & taking fish home
- Always carry your fishing license. Do not keep protected species. Observe regional specifics.
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Cost Overview
License fees
From EUR 10/year for inland waters (example Valencia), approx. EUR 30 for 3 years
Guide prices
Variable, depending on region and provider. Especially available on the Canary Islands and in the Pyrenees
Daily budget
Budget-friendly possible (especially Ebro Delta), up to premium prices for deep-sea fishing on the Canary Islands
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