North Macedonia · Spearfishing zone
Tikvesh Lake (Crna Reka reservoir)
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at Tikvesh Lake (Crna Reka reservoir).
Large reservoir on the Crna Reka (Crna River), ~12 km southwest of Kavadarci, impounded by the Tikvesh hydroelectric dam. Holds carp, crucian carp, rudd, chub, nase, barbel, perch and catfish and is a notable recreational fishing destination by permit. Spearfishing (spears / underwater guns) is prohibited nationwide under Article 93 of the Law on Fisheries and Aquaculture. Coordinate is the Tikvesh dam at the lake's southern end; the reservoir extends north toward Vozarci.
On the coast
Location
Approximate reference point for this zone. See the full picture on the interactive map.
41.4031°N, 21.9378°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