Lake Zurich
Lake Zurich is a lake in Zurich. The fish here are ranked by weather, water temperature and season, see the likely catch below.
Conditions right now
Water temperature is an estimate based on weather and season.
Best times today
Local time at the spot, from the most likely species' daily rhythm.
Next hours
Likely catch now (7 species)
About the fishing here
Lake Zurich is a lake in Zurich.
Popular catches here include European Perch, European Chub, Wels Catfish, Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike and Whitefish.
European Perch fishing is usually best around Jun-Sep. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
A national or regional fishing permit is generally required here. Check the local rules. Napp ranks the species above from the live weather, water temperature, season and time of day, so the order changes through the day.
Tips right now
Fishing permit
You need a fishing permit (fiskekort) to fish here. Buy it online:
About this water
Lake Zurich is a lake in Switzerland, that extends southeast of the city of Zurich. Depending on the context, Lake Zurich or Zürichsee may refer to the entire lake or specifically to the section downstream of the Hurden peninsula and Seedamm causeway. In the latter case, the upstream part of the lake is called Obersee, while the lower part is sometimes also referred to as the Lower Lake, respectively.
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Common questions
What fish can you catch at Lake Zurich?
Popular catches here include European Perch, European Chub, Wels Catfish, Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Whitefish and Sea Trout.
Do you need a fishing license at Lake Zurich?
Usually yes. Most countries require a national or regional fishing permit. Check the local rules via the link on this page.
When is the best time to fish Lake Zurich?
European Perch fishing is usually best around Jun-Sep. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
What is biting at Lake Zurich right now?
Right now European Perch is the most likely catch, at about 34%.