Linth

Running through St. Gallen, Switzerland, Linth 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 Linth 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

47.2184, 8.9418 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Northern pikeEuropean chubRainbow troutEuropean perch

Fishing Techniques

• For Northern pike

  Vary your retrieval speed and add pauses to entice strikes, especially in colder water.

• For European chub

  When using lures, vary your retrieve speed and direction to trigger strikes. Chub often hold near cover like overhanging branches or submerged logs.

• 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 Linth.

Plan Your Trip

Planning a trip to Linth? Check current conditions before you go: water level, recent weather, and any local closures. Switzerland regulations on licences, seasons, and bag limits apply at Linth — confirm them ahead of time.

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