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Kayakers in the spawning protection area: Police intervene!
A 51-year-old was paddling in the spawning area on Lake Starnberg. The water police initiated an administrative offense.
Kayakers in the spawning protection area: Police intervene!
On June 14, 2025, a 51-year-old man from Neu-Ulm was caught by the Starnberg inspection water police at Lake Starnberg while he was paddling a kayak in a spawning area. Such sanctuaries are valuable refuges for fish stocks, and it is forbidden to travel there with watercraft all year round. The reason for this regulation is to preserve and promote fishing, which is protected by Bavarian fisheries legislation. These requirements are clearly defined and are intended to take into account the sensitive ecosystems in and around the lake the South German reported.
Spawning sanctuaries are important not only for the fish, but also for nature as a whole. Marked by yellow bins and clear signs, they point out the strict regulations. As well as the Mercury emphasizes, these bans apply not only to swimmers, but also to all watercraft. Unauthorized stay in such protected zones not only results in a ban, but can also have legal consequences, as in the case of the Neu-Ulm paddler, against whom an administrative offense report was filed.
Regulations to protect nature
The regulations on spawning areas are anchored in the Bavarian Fisheries Act and serve to ensure the sustainable use of natural resources. These regulations are important in order to preserve the diverse fish world in Lake Starnberg and to improve fishing conditions. Residents and visitors should be aware of the importance of these protected areas and adhere to the regulations. The protection of nature can only be guaranteed through collective action, and this also includes compliance with the laws and observing the markings on the site.
If you would like to find out about the special requirements and further information on the subject of fishing in Bavaria, you will find helpful details on the website LFV Bayern.
What remains to be done? In the future, all water sports enthusiasts and nature lovers should continue to keep an eye on the importance of respecting nature and adhering to the existing rules. The beautiful Lake Starnberg not only remains a popular excursion destination, but also an intact habitat for many animal species.