According to statistics, Cuenca has approximately 80.000 lovers and fanatics of fishing, This is not for less since the province, and in itself the entire region of La Mancha, offers some perfect places for this practice.
The most recent calculations show at least some 15 places for sport fishing, many of them are part of private initiatives in Cuenca, who seek to make this type of activity an extra income for many families, as well as an opportunity to generate jobs for the region.
Some fishing spots in Cuenca
Let's review some of the fishing ventures, rivers and reservoirs in Cuenca. And thus expand the possibilities of carrying out this activity throughout the province and learn first-hand about its geography and everything it can offer to locals and visitors.
Green life
An interesting project that seeks to make a significant contribution to the area, thanks to its initiative as a recreational center that provides lodging, gastronomy and, of course, fishing areas for the whole family. Located in Cuenca on the way to Molleturo, El Empalme; This space offers the opportunity to relax in a wonderful environment with its own natural beauty.
Fishing in this space, especially trout, is quite an adventure, and extremely advantageous since if you do not have your own equipment, the center itself has everything that the amateur or expert may need.
Let us remember that El Cajas National Park is nearby. In the same there are countless lagoons suitable and conditioned for fishing.
the tablazo
In a hotel that offers various amenities to its visitors: restaurant, outdoor activities such as hiking and sport fishing, since it has its own private space for trout fishing.
It is necessary to consult the season that allows the practice of this sport to carry out the walks that are oriented to this. Located on Camino de la Noria, in Cuenca.
Guadiela River
One of the tributaries of the Tagus River is this impressive stretch known as the Guadiela. yesor origin part of the Cuenca mountain range itself and from there it runs towards El Cabriel.
For fishing it is very special along practically its entire length, being one of the most abundant species the barbel.
Of course, like a good fishing river, other fishing opportunities are not far behind. Because of this, if you want to have a variety of fish samples here you can choose between carp, black bass, pike, albuno, chub and pike perch, just to highlight a few.
Alarcon Reservoir
With beautiful views and waters that, despite varying throughout the year, offer good fishing, especially for locals. Three species stand out in this reservoir: carp, pike and bleak, which will never leave their reeds unmoved for long.
Another ideal opportunity for fishing is the zander, also all the attraction for the passionate athletes who visit the sector. It is not possible to be in Cueca and miss this almost obligatory visit to this relax and calm reservoir.
