Cyprus is a dream destination for anglers, offering beautiful coastlines, serene freshwater lakes, and a variety of fish species to challenge both beginners and experienced anglers. This guide will help you navigate the essentials of fishing in Cyprus, from choosing locations to picking the right gear. Explore our full Fishing collection to find everything you need to get started.
1. Popular Fishing Spots in Cyprus
Coastal Fishing
With an extensive coastline, Cyprus offers numerous spots for sea fishing. Areas like Paphos, Larnaca, and Limassol are popular among locals and tourists alike. Here, you can catch fish like sea bass, bream, and mullet. Fishing from rocky shores or piers offers both accessibility and a good chance of success.
Freshwater Fishing
Cyprus has several dams and reservoirs stocked with freshwater fish, making it perfect for lake fishing. Some popular lakes include the Kouris Dam, Asprokremmos Dam, and the Evretou Reservoir. These areas are ideal for catching trout, bass, and carp.
2. Essential Gear for Fishing in Cyprus
Sea Fishing Rod: Sea Lure Fishing Jigging Rod ILICIUM JIGGING 100 5'5 60 lbs
This specialized jigging rod is perfect for Cyprus’s coastal fishing. With its semi-parabolic action, this rod provides the power and sensitivity needed to reel in larger fish like grouper and snapper. Its comfortable design reduces fatigue, making it ideal for longer fishing sessions.
Heavy Lures: Sea Lure Fishing BIASTOS 110 g Spoon Herring
For sea fishing in deeper waters, this realistic spoon lure mimics smaller prey, attracting a variety of predators. Its 3D shape and weighted design allow it to sink quickly, making it perfect for areas with strong currents, such as deeper shorelines or pier fishing.
3. Staying Organized: Tackle Storage and Accessories
Tackle Box: 4-Drawer Fishing Box BX 4 D 24.4 L
Keeping your equipment organized is key, especially if you’re traveling to various fishing spots across Cyprus. This spacious, 4-drawer tackle box provides ample room for all your fishing essentials, from lures and hooks to tools and small accessories, making it easy to transport everything in one go.
Light for Night Fishing: ONNIGHT Fishing Head Torch 100 UV
Night fishing is common in Cyprus, especially in the warm summer months. This UV head torch is comfortable, easy to operate, and designed to withstand outdoor elements, helping you navigate safely at night and spot fish or check your bait with ease.
4. Bait and Line Essentials
Bait: Shrimp Bait Paste for Sea Fishing
For coastal fishing, this shrimp bait paste is highly effective, attracting fish like bass, sea bream, and other species common along Cyprus’s shores. Its clay-like texture makes it easy to mold onto hooks, and its potent scent helps draw fish towards your line quickly.
Sinkers: Box of Split Soft Sinkers 900 0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7
Perfect for balancing your rigged line, these soft sinkers come in a variety of sizes. This is particularly useful for adjusting your line depth depending on your fishing location—whether you're near rocky shores or in deeper lake areas.
Fishing Line: Line Resist CRL 50 m 10/100
This high-resistance line is excellent for catching local freshwater species like trout and perch. Its finesse-style design provides strong durability while still being gentle enough to use in lighter fishing setups.
5. Seasonal Tips for Fishing in Cyprus
Fishing in Cyprus is a year-round activity, but understanding seasonal patterns can increase your success.
Spring and Summer:
These months are ideal for both sea and freshwater fishing. Early morning and late evening are the best times to fish, as temperatures are cooler and fish are more active.
Autumn:
This season is great for catching migratory species along the coast. As the water cools, fish come closer to the shore, making it easier to catch larger species.
Winter
Freshwater fishing is especially popular during the winter months, with reservoirs stocked with trout and other species that thrive in cooler waters.
With these fishing tips and high-quality products, you’re ready to experience the best fishing Cyprus has to offer. Be sure to browse our Fishing range for all the tools you need to make your next fishing trip a success!
For more insights into outdoor trends, check out our guides on Combining Nature and Fitness in Cyprus for the Ultimate Outdoor Experience and An Introduction to Adventure Sports with Decathlon Cyprus, both offering great tips on the Cyprus outdoors lifestyle.
