Fly Fishing in Spain.

Fly Fishing in Asturias: Asturias well named by its inhabitants as "Un Paraiso Natural" (A Natural Paradise) has many attractions for the fly fisherman. Llanes whicch is on the Costa  de los Picos de Europa, is surrounded by some of the best places to enjoy your sport. It is only a few minutes from the rivers Purón and Bedón, and only half an hour from the great salmon rivers - Sella and Cares.The Asturian rivers are above all clean, their crystal clear waters meander through green meadows and dense woodlands to create a real fly-fishing paradise.

Distances to the main rivers from Llanes

Rio Purón: Trout and Sea Trout, 8 minutes

Rio Bedón: Trout and Sea Trout, 10 minutes

Rio Sella: Salmon Trout & Sea Trout, 30 minutes

Rio Cares-Deva: Salmon, Trout & Sea Trout, 30 minutes

Fly-fishing species in the area: Salmon The king of the river, the largest ones are to be found at the begining of the season (March & April) but even so, when the water is getting warm early in the summer (May June) there are more salmon in the rivers.

Season: March 18th to July 31st, spinning is forbidden up to June 1st.

Equipment: Two handed rods (AFTM 9-11) are better when the water is high and cold. In rthese conditions you will need the following; a floating line with a quick sinking terminal. The end of the line should be 35mm and we suggest you use a big fly, perhaps a number 2-4. When the water is warm and low, a single-handed rod is sufficient (AFTM 7-8 of about 9'6"). Also recommended is a floating line, where the end of the line is 28-33mm and a fly around number 8-12.

Trout: While Trout (Sea Trout also) do exist in our rivers, it is prohibited to fish them up to May 20th. It is far better to fish in the smaller rivers such as the Bedón and Purón from April to July. Fishing is also rewarding in September in catch & release zones. We always advocate careful walking through the river and the use of light equipment.

Season: March 18th to July 31st Spinning is forbidden up to June 1st.

Equipment: Light equipment is usually recommended such as a rod of about 8' (AFTM 4-6) where the end of the line is between 10 to 14mm. When trout don't feed at the surface, the use of nymphs is usually required.

Sea Trout: Fishermen from all over the world come to Asturias to catch the "Reo" (Sea Trout) It is developing quite a reputation as an extremely difficult fish to catch. There's scarecly a fly that will fool them - its best to tempt them with the smallest of flies on an 18-20 hook. Then again, the odd ant or two is indispensable in your box as well as ther end of a 10mm line! The real problem can be that once you lay a bad line, these wily fish are onto you! Even if you cast well, your troubles have only just begun. It will fight you, plunging and jumping like no other fish.

Season & Equipment: Sea Trout come up river when the water is getting warm. No two years are identical, but generally speaking, the season extends from the end of May to July. There are Sea Trout to be found in small rivers but the best are to be found in big salmon rivers. Remember, in salmon rivers (the best for Sea Trout) it is prohibited to fish Trout & Sea Trout up to May 20th. You will need compensated equipment to throw the line as far as possible to get a good lay down with the thinnest of lines (10mm), and the smallest of flies.

Remember:Fishing on Thursdays is not permitted (except on official public holidays) In Asturias theTrout & Sea Trout feed on the surface. As the weather really warms up in July, the best time to fish is early in the morning, between 6:30 and 9:30am or really late in the evening about 10:00pm

Licences: A Licence for Asturian rivers is available, the best one is for Salmon & Trout (also Sea Trout) for "Free zones in all rivers" and for all season. These licences cost €13.91. They can be arranged for you by the activity provider.

The above information was compiled with the help and expert local knowlege of Jose Alberto Concha. For more infomation and booking please contact: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

This activity is not provided by Bike-Astur, all fees must be paid directly to the activity provider