River Ribnik
Bosnia and Herzegovina 🇧🇦
Clear water, tranquility, easy wading

Fly fishing in the Ribnik River, located in Bosnia Herzegovina, offers an amazing experience for fly fishers seeking tranquility. Well known for its clear waters and abundant fish populations, Ribnik is a destination where you will really appreciate nature in its most beautiful form. The river is a haven for grayling and trout enthusiasts, and it has significant numbers of these species, including graylings that regularly surpass the 50cm mark.      

            What sets Ribnik apart is its management of fishing pressure; the issuance of a limited number of licenses each day ensures an uncrowded environment. Anglers favor dry fly fishing, although nymphing is also popular, using flies sized between 18 to 24 to match the hatch. The river's clear, structured waters, rich in underwater vegetation, support a vast array of insect life, making it easier for fishermen to read the water and select the appropriate flies.
            Despite its popularity, Ribnik maintains a sense of seclusion and serenity. The stream flows through the village of Ribnik, known for easy wading and the stunning nature along its banks. The challenge of hooking large brown trout or grayling, especially with the smaller flies required during most seasons, adds to the allure of fishing in these waters. The river's consistent flow throughout the year allows for fishing in all seasons, with the official season running from the first Saturday in April to the end of September.

Fish Species
There might be more species you can catch in this location or in the area, but the current page and description focusses on these fish species.
Brown Trout
Grayling
Rainbow Trout