Best season
spring
Best time
6–11 · 16–20
Optimal temp.
10–18 °C
Top bait
garfish rig with Sbirolino
To target Garfish successfully, think about season, time of day and weather together. Garfish bite best in spring, especially 6–11 · 16–20. The ideal water temperature is 10–18 °C. Proven baits are garfish rig with Sbirolino, herring strips on bubble float-Vorfach and small spoon silver. Conditions are most reliable with stable high pressure.
Catch outlook through the year
Best season
Over the year, Garfish are most active in May. The absolute peak is in May.
Best time of day
The most productive times of day for Garfish are 6–11 · 16–20. These windows reward your time on the water most.
Water temperature
Garfish bite best at a water temperature of 10–18 °C. Outside this window they become noticeably sluggish.
Weather & air pressure
Garfish bite most reliably with stable high pressure. Also favourable: moving water.
Recommended baits & lures
These baits have proven themselves for Garfish: garfish rig with Sbirolino, herring strips on bubble float-Vorfach, small spoon silver, Spinner with feathered hooks, float with sandeel, Streamer-fly, Polar Magnus Tangläufer-Imitat and mackerel strips on Sbirolino.
Suitable waters
You will typically find Garfish in these water types: Saltwater and Brackish water.
Closed season
No nationwide closed season – varies by region.
Closed seasons and minimum sizes vary by country, state and water. Always check the local regulations before you fish.
When do Garfish bite at YOUR water?
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Frequently asked questions
When do Garfish bite best?
Best in May, especially 6–11 · 16–20. Ideal water temperature: 10–18 °C.
What is the best bait for Garfish?
Proven choices are garfish rig with Sbirolino, herring strips on bubble float-Vorfach and small spoon silver.
In what weather do Garfish bite?
Most reliably with stable high pressure.
In which waters do Garfish live?
Mainly in Saltwater and Brackish water.