Pike, zander, perch, asp, catfish, chub, barbel, ide
16 June – 31 December (weather permitting)
Half day 4 h or full day 8 h
All levels · 1–3 anglers
Why lure fishing here?
Few countries in Europe have as many fish species as the Czech Republic. In a single morning on the Vltava or the Elbe you can catch perch, chub, pike, asp, zander, catfish and barbel.
The secret is the right lure, the right spot and the right technique – and that’s exactly what a guide is for. I’ll take you to the spots where the fish are biting and show you how to fish them.
Dreaming of a monster? Ask about a dedicated catfish day with lures or the traditional clonk.
A typical day
Techniques you’ll use
Topwater
Poppers, pencils and walking baits worked on the surface – explosive strikes from asp, chub and pike that you see with your own eyes. Best on calm mornings and summer evenings.
Big baits
Swimbaits and big jerkbaits for the largest predators – pike and catfish. Fewer bites, but every one could be the fish of a lifetime.
BFS (Bait Finesse System)
Ultra-light baitcasting with tiny lures of just a few grams. Quiet, pin-point casts to chub, perch and trout on small rivers – a Japanese technique that’s still rare in Europe.
Soft plastics
Shads, creatures and worms on jig heads or finesse rigs, worked along the bottom – the most versatile way to catch zander, perch and pike all year round.
From past trips
What’s included
- Private guiding with Oleg
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Prague
- Rods, reels and lures (tackle hire)
- Help arranging your Czech fishing licence
- Drinking water and hot tea – a hot lunch on request
Good to know: wild rivers and lakes need a Czech fishing licence and a permit. I can prepare them for you in advance – just contact me as soon as you decide to fish in the Czech Republic.