Vellach River
At the foot of the 2.142 m high Mt. Obir you will find the beautiful Vellach river running through a breathtaking landscape. The insects like ephemera, caddis- and stone flies are plenty. Therefore the numbers of big brook-, rainbow trout and grayling are very high as well. Especially in the morning- and evening hours the avid fly fisherman can experience fantastic dry fly-fishing. Also nymphs produce tremendous success on the Vellach river. Fishing this way may lead to “very big” surprises: Since the fish from the Drau river into the Vellach has opened, there are not only a lot more graylings in the river - the population of huchen (“Danube salmon”) improved dramatically too. When fishing with nymphs, or when the water level is higher, with streamers, there´s a good chance that such a "Danube salmon" may hit the fly. You won´t forget that fight for the rest of your life! When the water level is low wading boots are perfect. But generally light breathable waders are more comfortable, especially in the summertime. There are path along the banks of the river for easy access in most parts of the fishing district. In spring 2006 a certified hatchery opened exclusively for the stocking program in the Vellach river and Kleine Drau side stream.
Description
- Fly fishing section, mountain river accessible with wading boots
- Excellent populations of brook and rainbow trout as well as grayling, huchen are also present
- Equipment: Fly rod class 4-6; Length 7-9 feet
- Fishing season: April 16th - November 30th;
- Best fishing time: Middle of April to middle of October
- Daily fishing licences for a specific section only
INFORMATION
Jauntaler Fischerklub - Podjunski ribiški klub
Alpe Adria Fischerei
Wutte Milan
Vesielach 1
A-9123 St.Primus
Tel.: +43 4239 2869
Mail:
http://www.alpe-adria-fischerei.at
Fly Fishing Vellach Section 6
The section is strictly "catch and release" for many years, therefore it is the top-section on the Vellach river where many big fish are caught.
INFORMATION
With a 3-day fishing licence you may fish in all sections of the Vellach river as well as both sections of the "Kleine Drau" side stream, which means fly fishing on an overall length of 34 kilometres!
Fly Fishing Vellach Section 5
Mostly because of the strong fish population the sections 5 and 6 are the most popular on the Vellach river.
INFORMATION
With a 3-day fishing licence you may fish in all sections of the Vellach river as well as both sections of the "Kleine Drau" side stream, which means fly fishing on an overall length of 34 kilometres!
Fly Fishing Vellach Section 4
The section goes from "Hochgerichts Bridge" (coming from Klagenfurt or Völkermarkt it is the last bridge before Bad Eisenkappel), down the river to the dam by the beverage factory PIUK in Rechberg.
Recommended access:
1. Right by the sports field is a large parking lot, from which you can reach the river relatively easily.
2. Approx. 600m downstream is a purification plant, on the left side of the plant a short trail leads to the river.
3. At the end of the section you can cross the bridge then make a right turn immediately. Follow the street approx. 100 - 150m then you can your car.
INFORMATION
Beginning and end of every section are marked by signs!
With a 3-day fishing licence you may fish in all sections of the Vellach river as well as both sections of the "Kleine Drau" side stream, which means fly fishing on an overall length of 34 kilometres!
Fly Fishing Vellach Section 1
The section begins at the small power station in the Vellach Valley and ens at the Bad Eisenkappel Spa right in the village.
INFORMATION
With a 3-day fishing licence you may fish in all sections of the Vellach river as well as both sections of the "Kleine Drau" side stream, which means fly fishing on an overall length of 34 kilometres!
