Fishing in Thuringia
Statewide rules for anglers in Thuringia: when each species is protected, how big it must be, and which licence you need.
- Species with rules
- 8
- Closed today
- 2
- Waters
- 1
Fishing licence
Tourist licence for everyoneThree-month licence without the exam for anyone aged 14+, once a year, rod and line only.
Besides a fishing licence (Fischereischein) you need a permit (Angelkarte) from whoever holds the fishing rights for the water.
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In closed season today (4 Nov 2026)
Closed seasons through the year
Compare all statesMinimum sizes and closed seasons in Thuringia
| Species | Minimum size | Closed season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 30 cm | 1 Oct – 31 Mar | |
| Common Carp | 35 cm | none | |
| European Eel | 50 cm | 1 Nov – 28 Feb |
At most 2 fish per day. At most 2 eels per day with rod and line. |
| European Perch | none | none | |
| Grayling | 35 cm | 1 Feb – 31 May | |
| Northern Pike | 50 cm | 15 Feb – 30 Apr | |
| Pike-perch (Zander) | 45 cm | 1 Apr – 31 May | |
| Wels Catfish | 50 cm | none |
Listed here: 8 commonly fished species. Every species is in the ordinance: ThürFischAVO. Statewide rules for anglers as of 24 Oct 2026, without guarantee. Clubs and waters can set stricter rules; the ordinance text is binding.
Waters in Thuringia
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