Some people only think of Spain as a place of beaches and sunshine.  Angling holidays in Spain don't spring to mind as a rule. There is some excellent angling to be found in Castilla La Mancha mostly in the area around Ruidera.  The lagoons in Ruidera or lagunas produce some fantastic rudd, pike, black bass, carp and giant barbel (which can only be found in these waters)  There are angling holidays available to the area with a few specialised companies offering the chance to fish these  waters.  The area has a chain of lagoons each one offering a unique angling experience. 

Some lagoons are off limits to anglers but your fishing guide will take you to the best places.  Some of the carp weigh over 40lb and compared to the UK and France this area is under fished. 

When you're used to fishing in the nasty weather we normally associate with the England it comes as a pleasant surprise to be able to wear shorts and t shirts while pursuing your hobby.  Not many people relate Spain with barbel fishing  but if you're looking for big barbel, this is the place to come. These are not the barbel you'll find back home and are monsters by comparison.  There are also some large pike available.  The pike were only introduced relatively recently (1950's) but some large specimens are now being caught.  

Would you like a fishing holiday in this area of Spain?

Peter Staggs and his wife have lived in the area for over ten years.  As a keen angler Peter has a wealth of knowledge about the  the angling opportunities in the area.  Peter can arrange everything you need including accommodation.  You can book your holiday and enjoy all the attractions of this fantastic area by clicking here . Peter also organises bird watching trips, check this page for more information on the birds of this area.

Angling in Spain is now a popular pursuit and angling holidays are becoming more commonplace.  Anglers like the combination of the sun, places of interest to visit and of course, the chance to hook that monster. Fishing in other areas of Castillia La Mancha are mostly for trout in the some of the mountain streams.  If you would like to find out more about fishing holidays in Spain including catfish and carp fishing on the river Ebro please click here.