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Closed seasons and minimum sizes in Baden-Württemberg

All minimum sizes and closed seasons for anglers in Baden-Württemberg, by species with the section and a link to the regulation.

Protected all year: Atlantic salmon, Sea trout, Vimba bream

Inland waters

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Quick questions

What applies to northern pike in Baden-Württemberg?

minimum size 50 cm · closed season 15.02. to 15.05.. Source: § 1 Abs. 1 LFischVO BW.

What applies to zander in Baden-Württemberg?

minimum size 45 cm · closed season 01.04. to 15.05.. Source: § 1 Abs. 1 LFischVO BW.

What applies to brown trout in Baden-Württemberg?

minimum size 25 cm · closed season 01.10. to 28.02.. Source: § 1 Abs. 1 LFischVO BW.

Which fish are protected all year in Baden-Württemberg?

Atlantic salmon, Sea trout, Vimba bream.

Do these rules also apply at my club water?

Yes, the state rules apply everywhere. The water rules or your permit can be stricter on top, for example higher minimum sizes or catch limits.

Not legal advice. The linked regulation text is what counts. Local water rules, management plans, club rules and orders can be stricter. Found a mistake? Write to [email protected].

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