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Fishing in the Hohe Tauern National Park Region

Fishing trips on the Möll, Drau, Sternbach, and Sternsee

Crystal-clear mountain streams, diverse fishing spots, and peaceful moments by the water: The Hohe Tauern National Park region in Carinthia offers anglers a wide range of options for a fishing vacation.

The Möll Valley and Drau Valley offer a variety of fishing waters for passionate anglers, fly fishermen, spin fishermen, and curious beginners. The Möll is considered a charming spot for fly fishermen. The Upper Drau offers varied river sections for spin and fly fishing. At Riverside Fishing & Fascination, Sternbach and Sternsee are added as special fishing spots—with a lodge-like atmosphere, waterfront chalets, and offerings for sport fishermen as well as families.

The region offers everything that makes for a successful fishing vacation: exciting fishing spots, short walks to the water, alpine scenery, and hosts who know their way around fishing.

An Overview of the Waterways

Fly Fishing on the Möll

The Möll is one of the region’s most important fishing rivers. Clear, vibrant, and nestled in the Hohe Tauern mountain range, it offers exactly the conditions that fly fishermen appreciate: current, structure, visibility, and tranquility.

Anyone fishing on the Möll needs a keen eye for water levels, light, current edges, and potential fishing spots. Grayling, brook trout, and rainbow trout in particular make the river a destination of interest for experienced anglers. Fishing here isn’t just a casual activity; it’s a challenging outdoor experience.

The Möll is particularly well-suited for guests who want to spend time by the water during their vacation. Early in the morning, when the valley is still quiet and the first rays of sunlight hit the water, the river reveals its special charm. Every cast requires concentration, and every section has its own character.

For fly fishermen, the Möll is thus an authentic fishing spot in an alpine setting—ideal for anyone looking for clear mountain streams, natural conditions, and peaceful days of fishing.

The Upper Drau in the Drau Valley is also an exciting fishing spot. The valley feels more expansive and open, and the river is varied, offering a range of features: gravel banks, currents, calmer areas, stream inflows, and natural riverbanks.

The Drau River is home to rainbow trout, brown trout, brook trout, grayling, and dace, among other species. Of particular interest is the huchen, which is now found in only a few Central European waters, making the Drau an even more fascinating fishing destination.

For guests planning a fishing vacation in the region, the Upper Drau is a valuable addition to the Möll. While the Möll is strongly associated with alpine fly fishing, the Drau offers a broader, more expansive river landscape and a variety of opportunities for sport fishermen.

The Sternsee at Riverside Fishing & Fascination is a unique fishing spot in the Hohe Tauern National Park region of Carinthia. Unlike the river fishing spots along the Möll, Drau, and Sternbach, the lake offers calmer, still waters—ideal for anyone who enjoys lake fishing or wants to add some variety to their fishing vacation.

Sternsee, which covers approximately 3 hectares, is primarily aimed at anglers looking for a well-regulated fishing area with a diverse fish population. Depending on the season and regulations, the lake may contain trout, char, carp, grass carp, sturgeon, and tench, among other species. Fishing is conducted in accordance with established fishing regulations, including the use of barbless hooks and single hooks.

Lake Sternsee is particularly appealing as a complement to the region’s flowing waters. While the Möll and Sternbach rivers primarily attract fly fishermen, the lake offers additional opportunities for fishing in still waters. This makes it ideal for anglers who want to combine different fishing spots and styles during a single vacation.

Fishing with Kids and the Family

Even though many of the activities are geared toward experienced anglers, fishing in the region can easily be combined with a family vacation. Sternsee, near Riverside Fishing & Fascination, is particularly appealing for this purpose.

While the Möll, Sternbach, and Drau rivers are better suited for experienced anglers, Lake Sternsee offers easier access. Children and teenagers can gain their first fishing experiences here. The surroundings are more manageable than along the river, the water is calmer, and the experience is therefore well-suited for introducing young guests to fishing.

An added bonus: equipment is available for rent. This means families don’t have to bring their own fishing gear—they can simply give fishing a try at the lake.

For avid anglers, this means it’s easier to combine a fishing vacation with family time. While experienced anglers take advantage of the fishing spots along the Möll, Sternbach, or Drau rivers, Lake Sternsee offers an opportunity to include children and companions in the experience as well.

This way, fishing becomes not just a sport, but a shared vacation experience by the water.

The perfect host for your fishing vacation

Visitors who come to the Hohe Tauern National Park region in Carinthia to fish can take advantage of businesses that offer a variety of fishing-related activities.

The Moserhof estate is an ideal base for guests who want to combine a visit to Fischen an der Möll with a high-quality nature-focused vacation. Its proximity to the river makes it particularly appealing to fly fishermen who appreciate easy access to the water and a peaceful setting.

The Dorfschenke in Stall in the Mölltal Valley is ideal for anglers who want to explore the Möll River and easily find their way around the region. Its proximity to the fishing areas and strong ties to the local community make it a convenient starting point for fishing trips in the Mölltal Valley.

Riverside Fishing & Fascination in Mühldorf is designed especially for guests who want to plan their fishing vacation carefully. With its lodge, chalets, and the combination of the Möll, Sternbach, and Sternsee, fishing is clearly the main focus here.

The Glocknerhof in Berg im Drautal rounds out its offerings with its fishing waters along the Upper Drau. This makes it particularly appealing to guests who want to try spin or fly fishing on the Drau.

These businesses demonstrate that fishing in the region isn’t just a one-off outing, but a dedicated vacation experience—with suitable bodies of water, welcoming hosts, and easy access to the water.

When is the best time to go on a fishing trip in the region?

A fishing vacation in the Hohe Tauern National Park region of Carinthia is particularly worthwhile for guests seeking alpine waters, pristine fishing grounds, and varied conditions. Conditions on the Möll and Drau rivers change depending on the season, water level, and weather. Snowmelt, rainfall, and temperature play a particularly important role in mountain rivers.

Anyone traveling specifically to go fishing should therefore find out in advance about fishing areas, fishing permits, closed seasons, minimum sizes, and current conditions. Especially when it comes to river fishing areas, it’s worth not leaving your planning to chance.

For guests who want to try fishing for the first time or are traveling with children, Sternsee is a more straightforward option. Here, it’s easier to fit a day of fishing into your vacation.

Why fishermen are right here

The Hohe Tauern National Park region in Carinthia offers a number of advantages that are important to anglers: clear waters, a variety of fishing styles, exciting fish species, and hosts with a passion for fishing.

The Möll River is particularly appealing to fly fishermen looking for an alpine river fishing spot. The Upper Drau River expands the options for spin and fly fishermen. Riverside Fishing & Fascination brings a specialized fishing vacation experience to the region with Sternbach, Sternsee, and its lodge-style accommodations. And Sternsee makes the activity accessible to families and beginners as well.

This means that fishing in the region is more than just a single activity. It can be the highlight of your vacation—or a special day by the water that you’ll remember for a long time to come.