Cyprus · Spearfishing zone
Larnaca Marine Protected Area with Artificial Reef
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at Larnaca Marine Protected Area with Artificial Reef.
One of six DFMR Marine Protected Areas with Artificial Reefs established by Ministerial decree off Larnaca, in Larnaca Bay. Fishing with all fishing gear, including recreational fishing and spearfishing, is prohibited; the area extends from the coast to a depth of 50 m. Coordinate is a representative center point on the Larnaca Bay coast; an exact decree boundary table was not retrievable.
On the coast
Location
Approximate reference point for this zone. See the full picture on the interactive map.
34.9170°N, 33.6400°E
View on the mapSource
This zone is documented in the official source below.
Before you dive
License for Cyprus
Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.
Apply online via the DFMR licence portal (licence.dfmr.moa.gov.cy) or in person at the Department of Fisheries and Marine Research. Processing typically up to 2 working days; the payment receipt serves as the licence and must be carried while fishing.
Get your licenseOpens the official portal · licence.dfmr.moa.gov.cy