Lake Kočevje

Lake Kočevje

One of the cleanest and deepest lakes in Slovenia. The formation of the artificial lake dates back to years between 1973 and 1978 when the bottom of the basin of the brown coal mine was gradually filled with water. Coal mining was a 175-year-old tradition, but today only a few buildings around the lake and names such as "Festunga" and "Kipa" are reminiscent of the coal mining tradition.

The lake covers an area of ​​about 39 hectares and measures almost 40 meters in depth.  Its surface measures 1.5 sq/km with the coast line about 3 km in total.

This natural Slovenian lake offers some fantastic action and many fish to over 70lb.

The fish in this lake are growing at record rates each year and the lake currently has over 20 x 60lb+ fish, 50 x 50lb+ and 150 x 40lb+ carp and hundreds of fish 28lb plus.

Catch rates between 5 and 10 fish per day is the norm here if you are situated in one of the prime areas (which we will of course make sure that you are). Catfish well in excess of 100lb also reside in the lake.

Fishing method and equipment:
Fishing is allowed only with a fishing rod, where there is a connection with one bait. 
Fishing may be carried out simultaneously with a maximum of two (2) fishing rods and in such a way that it does not obstruct the neighbouring fisherman. 
When fishing for carp, the use of braid as a basic fishing line is prohibited, and the use of a shock-leader and snag-leader is prohibited. 
The basic fishing line for carp fishing must be at least 0.30 mm thick. 
The length of the twine, measured from the carousel to the hook, must not exceed 50 cm. 
During fishing, the angler may place a maximum of two (2) markers (such as H-buoy, rod buoy, etc.) and attach it to the length of the throw with a fishing rod. He must remove them from the water after fishing.
The fisherman can protect himself during fishing and from adverse weather conditions (rain or sunburn) with a tent, fishing umbrella or bivvy of camouflage (dark green) colour. 
The use of open flames is strictly forbidden! 
Carp fishing is prohibited in the area from the beginning of the piers to the small beach (the exceptions are "dugout" and "benches"). No bivouacking or use of any other weather protection is allowed in this area. 
Fishing spots under the Ribič bar are entry and exit points for sailboats. The fisherman fishing there must take this into account.
It is forbidden to cut aquatic and riparian vegetation, as well as any other "arrangement" of fishing places.

Fishing techniques:
Permitted techniques for carp fishing on a mining lake are: bleaching and bottom fishing (including weight-bearing carp fishing, in accordance with the restrictions in point 4. Fishing methods and equipment). the carp technique called “Zig-Rig” is forbidden.

When fishing for carp, a boat or other vessel may be used for: transporting fishing equipment to the fishing place, for sonarisation, for placing markers on the length of the throw, for feeding and for possible rescue of fish caught in water obstacles.

Permitted baits and lures to attract fish:
Fishing is allowed with artificial baits and baits of plant and animal origin. The use of: live animals (except earthworms), animals or raw materials from animals that are endangered and protected in accordance with the regulations governing nature conservation and substances containing toxic or intoxicating ingredients is prohibited to attract fish and bait when fishing.

Handling of fish caught and mandatory accessory: 
Fishing for carp with obtežilnikom is prohibited without the application: 
• bathtub carp (carp cradle) 
• disinfectant for fish (antiseptic) 
• Fishing with a side of at least 90cm and 
bags for trash

Caught fish may only be caught with a wet hand. 
Trapped fish must be released back into the water alive or unharmed as soon as possible (max. 5 minutes) or killed in such a way that the fish are not tortured. 
The use of nets for the storage of live fish is not permitted. 
When fishing, the fisherman must carry fishing tackle (pean or pliers).

Navigation mode: The use of a paddle or electric motor is permitted. Permitted use of belly boat. Trawling is permitted, but not in the vicinity of the fishing ground where the other fisherman or swimmer is located, and fishing is prohibited at the marker's feeding site.

Permitted daily catch of
1 carp or 1 sick or 2 tench or 3 chub or 1 grass carp or 1 kg of trifle (perch, red-eyed, red-feathered)

Allowed type of fish:	Min size / max Weight		Hunting Season

Carp			up to 5kg			01/01 - 31/12
Line			30cm				01/07 - 30/04
Maple			30cm				01/07 - 30/04
Cupid			up to 10kg			01/01 - 31/12

The permit is not transferable. We kindly ask you not to trample on grass or crops unnecessarily and to leave your car in a suitable place. Thanks

Advice for fishing in Slovenia can be found HERE.

GPS:
Lat 45.645301818848
Lon 14.870767593384

ADDRESS

Lake Kočevje, 1330 Kočevje, Slovenia

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EMAIL

info@carpcircle.com

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