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Fishing License · Cáceres · 2026

Fishing License in Cáceres

To fish in Cáceres —in the large reservoirs of the Tajo (Alcántara, Gabriel and Galán)— you need the fishing license from Extremadura (issued by the Junta de Extremadura). It costs only 5 € per year and is free for those over 65. Here’s a summary and where to fish in the province.

5 €/year−25% for youth and women
River and reservoirfreshwater in Extremadura

What license do I need to fish in Cáceres?

The license is obtained at the level of Extremadura (not by province) and is valid throughout the province of Cáceres:

If you are going to fish in…You need
River or reservoirContinental license from Extremadura
Those over 65Free
See price and how to get it (Extremadura)

Where to fish in Cáceres

Alcántara Reservoir (José Mª de Oriol)One of the largest in Europe; black bass, zander, and catfish.
Gabriel and Galán ReservoirBlack bass and cyprinids in northern Cáceres.
Borbollón ReservoirBlack bass and carp.
Tajo, Tiétar, and Alagón RiversBarbel, carp, and predators.

What can be caught in Cáceres

Black bassIn all the large reservoirs.
ZanderIn Alcántara and the Tajo.
Barbel and carpIn rivers and tails.
CatfishIn the Tajo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a specific fishing license for Cáceres?
No. The license is issued at the community level: to fish in Cáceres you need the fishing license from Extremadura, which is valid throughout the province.
How much does it cost and where can I get it?
The license costs only 5 € per year (free for those over 65) and can be obtained online. We explain the process step by step on the Extremadura page.
Is my license valid in other communities?
Extremadura is part of the 2026 inter-autonomous agreement: if you fish in several communities, you may be interested in the inter-autonomous license (25 €, 10 communities).