Lagoon I

• placeThe Corner

  NAMED AFTER THE SMALL EASTERN CORNER OF THE WATER BODY, WHICH IS LOCATED ON THE LEFT-HAND SIDE OF THE FISHING SPOT, AT A DISTANCE OF ABOUT 200 M.

  This swim is known for its great potential during the summer months and the windy transition periods. When the water temperature reaches its peak, the connection to the oxbow lake regularly brings fresh water into the lagoon. Many old stock fish love this area and know how to exploit its advantages. The deepest zone of this water body is the area on the left-hand side. There is a large bay with water lilies directly on the opposite side of this fishing spot. It attracts plenty of fish, especially in spring and just before the spawning season. The distance from the two tips of the island located in front of this bay is 50m and 80m.

  
  

  
  

  
  

• placeBig Bertha

  NAMED AFTER THE QUEEN OF THE LAGOON. IN THE PAST, SHE WAS THE COMMON ONE TO BE CAUGHT HERE.

  This swim offers plenty of possibilities for fish and anglers alike. It is located directly opposite the larger of the two headlands and is known for yielding large fish on a regular basis. Both headlands are located at top class migratory routes. Especially in spring and during the spawning season, fish shove into the shallow, sheltered areas of the water lily bay. The second connection pipe that links the lagoon to the oxbow lake is located on the right-hand side of this spot and supplies it with plenty of food and fresh water, especially during the summer months. The tip of the larger headland is located at a distance of about 70m. The right-hand section of this swim is formed by the largest bay on the lower part of the lagoon, which is characterised by highly distinctive gravel bars. The opposite shore, which is about 110m away, is shallow and covered in reeds.

  
  

  
  

  
  

• placeThe Channel

  Named after the shape of the area directly in front of the fishing spot and after the number of fish that visit this section.

  At some point or another, fish must swim past this swim in order to move on to a different part of the water body. With a width of 50m, the channel is the narrowest part of the lagoon. It has a length of about 180m. This channel-like section of the lagoon has the third connection to the oxbow lake. This channel in particular is visited regularly by some very big fish that linger in the thickets of aquatic plants. No matter which season you go angling here, you can always expect some big fish. Although the bank is sandy and pebbly, the channel itself is muddy and covered in aquatic plants. The fishable section of "The Channel" is located on the right-hand side of this fishing spot and stretches for about 240m up to the bridge piers.

  
  

  
  

  
  

• placeThe Bridge

  This swim received its name from its proximity to the bridge.

  "The Bridge" forms the western half of the section that links together the eastern and western parts of the lagoon. Just like "The Channel", it is highly frequented by fish which move from one part of the water body to the other. Especially during the summer months, many old stock fish seek shelter in the shade of the bridge. The fourth connection pipe located here also regularly delivers fresh water. The distances between the swim and the two bridge piers are about 110m and 150m. The fishable tip on the peninsula formed by the bridge foundation is located at a distance of about 180m. On the left-hand side, at a distance of about 20m, there is a very productive water lily field that serves as a regular holding area for some fish. The bottom of this fishing spot consists primarily of sand and mud. However, a couple of gravel bars can be found next to the bridge piers and riverbank.

  
  

  
  

  
  

• placeThe Rock

  Named after the rock which is located directly in front of the fifth connection pipe.

  The fishable section starts on the left-hand side of the swim called "The Bridge" and on the right-hand side of the fishing spot called "Mordillo". The fifth connection, which joins the lagoon with the oxbow lake, enters the lagoon directly beside this swim. Some of the heaviest old stock fish have been caught in this inlet area. The bottom at the "The Rock" consists exclusively of sand and mud as well as a couple of small clay patches. The riverbank is mainly gravel, while a small field of water lilies has formed on the left-hand side of the fishing spot, at a distance of about 50m. It also serves as a resting place for some fish that visit the spot regularly. At a distance of about 80m - 100m, there are some very interesting clay patches between the individual masses of water plants. These areas are highly frequented by fish. All fish that want to reach the "Mordillo" corner pass from here.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

• placeMordillo

  Named after the heavyweight "Mordillo" – a common carp that undoubtedly has a massive predilection for this swim.

  This swim is located in the north-western part of the lagoon, on the right-hand side of "The Rock". The area nearby is also very productive and set apart by a small ditch. Different groups of fish use this area to commute to the western corner of the water body, which is located at a distance of about 130m. This corner is a very popular holding area, especially in spring and just before the spawning season. It is even popular with our small group of old stock grass carp that use the corner as a resting zone. This extensive shallow water zone of this water body section starts right behind. This zone has an average depth of just 1m and it attracts some of the heaviest carp throughout the year. Especially at night the carp come here hunting for crayfish. One of the two connection pipes to the nature reserve is also located here.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

• placeOld Stock Bay

  Named after the south-western corner of the swim which is regularly visited by some of the largest old stock fish.

  The second pipe that forms the connection to our nature reserve is also located in this corner; it is about 170m away from the swim and ensures an active exchange of water. The lagoon’s largest expanse of reed stretches right in front of it. Although the water depth in this area is limited to about 0.5m to 0.8m, some of the lagoon’s heaviest fish come here to warm up at certain hours of the day. At the edge of the reed patch, two streams enter the lagoon and turn it into a hot spot, especially during heavy rains or summery thunderstorms. This fishing spot is highly productive during the months of April/May and October/November. This is when this spot lives right up to its name!

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

• placeHill Valley

  This swim has been named after its bottom structure. This area of the lagoon is traversed by countless gravel bars that are just a stone's throw away.

  In the vicinity of "Hill Valley" there a couple of highly productive spots as well as an interesting fish migratory route at a distance of about 100 – 120m. This swim is located in front of the largest gravel areas of the lagoon’s western half. The open water area is almost always exposed to the wind, which provides for very successful fishing, especially in the summer months of June, July and August. In May – the season of love – some of the coveted old stock fish have been caught here on several occasions. That's because the right side of this fishing spot is located directly in front of the "Love Lagoon". Its immediate surroundings are traversed by a small ditch, which is also used as a migratory route by many fish.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

• placeLove Lagoon

  During the month of May, this is the 'in' place for all lovers.

  The "Love Lagoon" is located in the eastern-most corner of the lagoon's western half. The eastern edge of this bay is fringed by the big bridge foundation, while its southern edge is framed by reeds and forest. This bay is sheltered from the wind and has an average depth of about 1m. Towards the edge of the bridge foundation and at the end of the shallow water zone, the depth drops to about 2.5m. There is a highly productive water lily field at the tip of the bridge foundation, which is about 120m away from the swim and forms the border of the fishable area. The "Love Lagoon" is one of the lagoon’s most productive spots — especially in early spring, from the beginning of March until a short while after the spawning season has ended in mid-June. However, even during the summer months, the fringe of this shallow water zone is frequently turned upside down by intensively foraging old stock fish. This phenomenon is attributed to two small streams, which supply the lagoon with plenty of food, especially after thundery rain showers.