North Macedonia · Spearfishing zone
Lake Ohrid
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at Lake Ohrid.
Natural lake and UNESCO World Heritage / Ohrid-Prespa Transboundary Biosphere Reserve. Fishing is by concession and recreational permit only with authorised tackle; underwater guns/spears are prohibited under Article 93 nationwide. Endemic Ohrid trout (Salmo letnica) is strictly managed.
On the coast
Location
Approximate reference point for this zone. See the full picture on the interactive map.
41.0500°N, 20.7100°E
View on the mapSource
This zone is documented in the official source below.
Before you dive
License for North Macedonia
Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.
Issued by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management (state permit) or by the concessionaire at designated marked sale points for a given fishing ревир/recreational zone (Art. 52). Foreign nationals can be issued a recreational permit without holding a legitimacija (Art. 50).
Get your licenseOpens the official portal · mzsv.gov.mk