forest Brandenburg Guide

Fishing in Brandenburg — 3,000 lakes and endless options

Brandenburg is northern Germany's fishing paradise. Over 3,000 natural lakes, thousands of kilometres of shoreline along the Havel, Spree, Oder and Elbe, and an easy-access tourist fishing licence make this state a perfect destination — for pros and beginners alike.

3,000+
Lakes
69
Top waters
15+
Target species

Top fishing waters in Brandenburg

From quiet forest lakes to mighty rivers — something here for every angler.

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Beetzsee
Lake ·
Northern Pike, Zander, European Perch, European Eel
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Werbellinsee
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Whitefish (Maräne), Northern Pike, European Perch, European Eel
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Scharmützelsee
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Northern Pike, Zander, European Perch, Wels Catfish
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Schwielochsee
Lake ·
Northern Pike, Zander, European Perch, Common Carp
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Unteruckersee
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Northern Pike, Zander, European Perch, European Eel
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Senftenberger See
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Zander, Northern Pike, European Perch, Common Carp
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Storkower See
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Northern Pike, Zander, Common Carp, Tench
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Wolziger See
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Northern Pike, European Perch, Common Carp, Tench
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Zeuthener See
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Northern Pike, Zander, European Perch, European Eel
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Großer Stechlinsee
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Whitefish (Maräne), Northern Pike, European Perch, European Eel
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Rheinsberger See
Lake ·
Northern Pike, Zander, European Perch, Common Carp
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Ruppiner See
Lake ·
Northern Pike, Zander, European Perch, European Eel
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Fishing licence & rules in Brandenburg

Getting started in Brandenburg is refreshingly simple — even without an exam.

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Fishing licence (Fischereischein)

Regular licence after passing the exam. Valid for life in Brandenburg. Issued by the local fisheries authority where you live.

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Tourist fishing licence

Brandenburg's beginner-friendly option: no exam, valid for 28 days, extendable once. Around €24. Perfect for holiday anglers and newcomers.

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Water permits (LAVB)

Most lakes and rivers are managed by the Brandenburg Anglers' Association (LAVB). Annual, weekly and day permits are available online and from local vendors.

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Closed seasons (BbgFischO)

Brandenburg has its own closed seasons and minimum sizes under the Brandenburg fisheries ordinance. Check the current rules in the fish guide before every trip.

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Target species in Brandenburg

Huge diversity: from pike and zander to carp and barbel, plus rare species like whitefish.

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Fishing regions in Brandenburg

Havelland & Potsdam lakes

Schwielowsee, Templiner See and the Havel around Brandenburg an der Havel — top-class zander water and pike paradise.

Spreewald

A unique fishing region of braided channels and canals. Pike, perch and eel among paddleboats — a real experience.

Uckermark & Ruppin Lakeland

Crystal-clear trough lakes like Stechlinsee and Werbellinsee. Home to whitefish and lake trout — real rarities.

Lausitz & Oder

Senftenberger See and the Oder as a border river. Impressive-sized carp, catfish and asp.

Tips for beginners in Brandenburg

  • check_circle The tourist fishing licence is your easiest entry — no exam, just €24.
  • check_circle Start at managed lakes with infrastructure: jetties, boat rental, parking.
  • check_circle April to May is peak season for perch and pike after the closed period.
  • check_circle Night fishing is allowed, but not on every water — always check the permit!
  • check_circle Check the bite index for daily catch chances in your region.
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Ready for Brandenburg's waters?

Check the bite index, pick a water, grab a permit — all in one place.

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