Kleine Emme

Running through Luzern, Switzerland, Kleine Emme is the kind of river that fishes well at the right water level. Drop a lure or fly into the bubble line at the head of a pool and let the current swing it past holding fish. Long, slow glides at Kleine Emme hold the bigger fish; the broken water above and below holds the smaller, more aggressive ones. Stay quiet on the bank — river fish are easily spooked.

Location

47.0671, 8.2875 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Common roachRainbow trout

Fishing Techniques

• For Common roach

  When fishing for roach, use light tackle and fine lines for better bite detection.

• For Rainbow trout

  Vary your retrieve speed when using spinners to find what triggers a strike; sometimes a slow, steady retrieve works best, while other times a faster, erratic retrieve is more effective.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Kleine Emme.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Kleine Emme, make sure your licence covers Luzern, Switzerland and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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