Fishing in Upper Pinzgau

Be it flowing waters, reservoirs or alpine lakes – all around Mittersill, Hollersbach and Stuhlfelden there are plenty of fishing paradises to discover. Here not only river trout or grayling splash about, but you’ll also find plenty of peacefulness and idyllic moments. Especially popular in our region is fly-fishing. As alert the eye and skilled the cast need to be here, as unique is the experience when you almost become one with nature – peacefulness and idyllic moments may just be your greatest catch here at the end of the day. All waters can be fished via Fishing Hotel Bräurup, the fishing permit for Mittersill’s ornamental pond is available directly in the local info office.

Everyone knows this tongue twister – but how exactly Fritz catches his fish is not clear. Maybe he’s an avid fly fisher or focuses more on catching predatory fish? Doesn’t really matter anyway. What is important is that in Upper Pinzgau everyone can find out what their favourite fishing method is.
Because the expansive territory of Fishing Hotel Bräurup in Mittersill offers an extraordinary range of options. From alpine lakes to raging mountain streams all the way to picturesque natural waters – the choice is inexhaustible.

If there is one method of fishing which is represented at almost every riverside in Upper Pinzgau, then that is fly-fishing. The fishing spots span from Krimmler Ache River, below the breathtaking waterfalls, all the way to heritage-protected Lake Hintersee in Mittersill.
But watch out: The perfection of fly-fishing begins well before getting to the water. Already when tying the bait – the so-called fly – the wheat is separated from the chaff. Because fly tying requires plenty of skill and the fly is and remains the foundation for the perfect catch.