The best spots for boat fishing on Lake Geneva and Lake Neuchâtel
Boat fishing on Swiss lakes is a unique experience for sport and recreational fishing enthusiasts. Visit Lake Geneva and the Lake Neuchâtel are teeming with popular species such as perch, pike and trout. Here's a guide to the best places to fish from a boat, plus some practical advice.
The best fishing spots on Lake Geneva
Le Lake Geneva is one of Europe's largest lakes, offering a diversity of areas ideal for fishing.
1. Morges Bay
- Fish : Perch, pike and trout
- Ideal depth for trolling
- Sheltered areas perfect for lure fishing
2. The open sea of Yvoire
- Popular spot for boat anglers
- Schools of perch in summer
- Deep areas ideal for pike fishing
3. The Rhône delta (Villeneuve)
- Oxygen-rich waters attract large pike
- Ideal for live bait and natural bait fishing
- Easy access by boat from Montreux
4. Off the coast of Geneva
- Area rich in carnivorous fish
- Suitable for vertical fishing and soft lures
- Depths of between 20 and 50 metres
The best fishing spots on Lake Neuchâtel
Le Lake NeuchâtelThe lake, which is quieter than Lake Geneva, offers great opportunities for anglers looking for peace and quiet.
1. Yverdon Bay
- Shallow water, ideal for fishing for perch and pike-perch
- Very effective drop-shot fishing
- Accessible with small boats
2. The open sea of Grandson
- Deep area where pike and lake trout hide
- Recommended technique: trolling
- A good alternative when shallow areas are overfished
3. South of the lake, towards Estavayer-le-Lac
- An area rich in sea grass, ideal for carnivorous fish
- Excellent for surface lure fishing
- Easy navigation with several access points for boats
Practical advice for boat fishing
- Check the regulations Fishing on these lakes is subject to strict rules (quotas, minimum sizes, permits).
- Equip yourself with a depth sounder This will help you spot schools of fish and the ideal depths.
- Favour early and late hours Fish are most active at dawn and dusk.
- Respect the environment : Return to the water any catches not intended for consumption and do not leave any waste behind.
Whether you're an amateur or an enthusiast, the Lake Geneva and the Lake Neuchâtel offer many ideal spots for boat fishing. By choosing the right spots and the right techniques, you can maximise your chances of making a great catch while enjoying the exceptional setting of Switzerland's lakes.
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