


Densely covered with lotuses and lily pads, it seems as if this still little lake is an aquatic pit-stop, where the hurrying current of Akhtuba River flows to fall into a tranquil slumber when tired from its incessant movement. Nevertheless, the little river armlet is swarming with a large variety of different fish: from Caspian Roach and Common Bream to Zander, Asp and Wels Catfish. Separated from the wide and moderately paced waterway by a small island, these narrow waters have a totally different dynamic with much faster current and a notably different fishing experience that comes with.

Locals call Chaika, because of the name of an old abandoned camping site nearby, with shabby wooden houses standing since the days of USSR. With its diverse structure, varying depths and currents, Akhtuba River attracts anglers, eager to explore this waterway’s countless fish species

It’s considered a favorite among tourists and anglers alike due to its picturesque setting and abundance of fish. The lake is located in Bavaria, Germany and is only a few kilometers from Munich. As one of the most popular and successful fishing spots in Europe, Sander Baggersee Lake has become renowned for its waters teeming with Wels Catfish and other freshwater fish species. If you’re looking for a great fishing spot to find the elusive Wels Catfish, then Sander Baggersee Lake in Fishing Planet might be the place to go.
