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Perchzilla

  • Enkel svart konturikon av ett flygplan, snett ovanifrån, på ljus bakgrund - inspirerar sportfiskare till nästa fiskeresa.

    Round-trip flight

    We book your flight and all transfers

  • Enkel svartvit kalenderikon med två ringar upptill, perfekt för att planera fiskeresor eller markera viktiga sportfiskeevent.

    Tailored fishing trips

    If our suggested dates don't work, we can customize your experience to your preferences.

  • Enkel linjeikon som visar ett tält, ett träd och solen - symboliserar camping för sportfiskare på fiskeresa i naturen.

    Accommodation

    Apartments

  • Liten, pixlad svartvit ikon med stiliserat kugghjul och prickar, liknar symbol för fiskeinställningar eller konfiguration.

    Fishing season

    Fishing in Perchzilla is possible all year round, but the absolute best period is from September to March.

  • Enkel svart konturteckning av en fisk som simmar åt höger, med ett öga och leende mun, mot ljus bakgrund - för sportfiskare.

    Species

    Perch, pike, zander, catfish

About the fishing trip

Perchzilla - Fishing trip to Spain with a chance of 3-kilo perch

Perchzilla in northern Spain is one of Europe's most exciting destinations for perch fishing. Here, there are unique opportunities to catch perch weighing over three kilograms, thanks to this unique body of water, an abundance of baitfish, and strong fish stocks. The high average weights and regular trophy catches make the lake an obvious destination for anglers who want to experience something out of the ordinary. With well-equipped kayaks, modern fish finders, and a package that includes flights, accommodation, food, and transport, you'll have optimal conditions to focus entirely on the fishing – and the chance of a truly massive perch.

En sportfiskare i blå skjorta och keps håller en stor fisk med taggiga ryggfenor, med vatten och kullar i bakgrunden.

SEK 14,195 per person

This is included in the fishing trip price

  • Flights to Bilbao. Return trip from Stockholm, Gothenburg, Oslo or Copenhagen. Are you traveling from another location? Contact us for exact prices.
  • 2 Fishing Days
  • Kayak rental (Native kayaks)
  • Fish finder rental Lowrance Hook Reveal or Garmin Striker
  • Fishing licenses
  • Life vest
  • Landing net loan
  • Accommodation in an apartment for 3 nights, shared double room
  • Bed linen and towel
  • All food during your stay at Perchzilla
  • Transfer between accommodation and Bilbao airport (return trip)
  • Transfer between accommodation and the lake

This is extra

  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Food during transport to and from Perchzilla

Optional extras

  • Rod and reel rental
  • Purchase of lures
  • Guide
  • Garmin Livescope
  • Extra luggage for checking in your own rods.
  • Fishing guide

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  • En sportfiskare i huva och keps förbereder fiskeutrustning vid vattnet, med beteslåda och fiskespön under sin fiskeresa.

    Day 1

    Fly to Bilbao.

    You will be picked up at the airport and then driven to your accommodation.

    Spend the day checking your equipment and getting ready for fishing!

  • day 2 – 3

    Fishing from dawn to dusk

  • Sportfiskare vid sjön knäböjer och håller en stor abborre med röda fenor, spö intill, träd och blå himmel-fiskeresa.

    day 4

    After breakfast, you will be driven to Bilbao airport for your journey home.

  • Book upon request

    Depending on the length of the fishing trip, when you want to travel, and how many you are.

    Contact us with your wishes, and we will put together your package!

Fishing in Perchzilla

Fishing in Perchzilla is known for its high average weights and the unique opportunity to catch perch over three kilograms. The lake's nutrient-rich environment, abundant baitfish, and crayfish allow the perch to grow large and muscular. Here, fishing is primarily done with jigging, shads, crayfish imitations, and various rigs such as Texas, Ned, and Free Rigs, but hard baits like jerkbaits and crankbaits also work very well during the right periods.

The fishing changes significantly throughout the season. During the autumn, perch are active, often hunting high in the water, and respond well to shads, hard baits, and chatterbaits. This is a period with many bites and a chance for fish around 2–2.5 kilos. As the water gets colder, the perch go deeper, and the fishing becomes more technical, where slower presentations and more precise rigs often yield the best results.

During winter and early spring, the truly large fish start to show themselves. Bites might be less frequent, but jigging near the bottom with larger shads and crayfish imitations is often key. This is when fish exceeding three kilos are caught, and every bite is a chance for a dream perch. It's also a period where advanced techniques from Japan can make a big difference in your fishing.

Perchzilla offers a perfect combination of variety, challenge, and the chance for trophy fish, whether you prefer classic Scandinavian jigging or more technical presentations.

Accommodation and food in perchzilla

At Perchzilla, you'll stay comfortably in modern apartments close to the fishing waters. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a Mediterranean theme are included, and much of the food is locally sourced. Lunch is delivered directly to the lake so you can fish without interruption. If you're traveling in a larger group or have specific accommodation requests, houses are also available for booking upon request.

Watch the film from Perchzilla Spain

Flygfoto av skogsklädd udde i blå sjö med sandstränder och gröna kullar-perfekt plats för fiske och fiskeresa.
En sportfiskare i svart jacka kastar med spö vid vattnet, omgiven av träd och en byggnad på avstånd.
En sportfiskare i blå skjorta håller upp en stor abborre med taggiga ryggfenor vid en sjö, perfekt för fiskeresa.
En sportfiskare i fiskekajak på sjö med spö, utrustning och elektronik. Skogsklädda kullar och molnig himmel omger scenen.
Utsikt över lugnt vatten mot kust med kullar, hus och stor byggnad under molnig himmel - perfekt för sportfiskeäventyr.
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Free rig en abborreteknik för bra abborrefiske

fish species and bait choice

Perchzilla is best known for its large perch, but pike and zander are also present for those who want to broaden their fishing. The perch thrive in the lake's nutrient-rich environment and hunt both crayfish and small fish, which means that jigs, shads, and crayfish imitations work very well. During active periods, hard baits such as jerkbaits and crankbaits also deliver, and various rigs like Texas, Ned, and free-rig can be crucial when the fish are more cautious. Those who adapt their bait choice to depth, season, and activity often get the best results – and the chance of catching truly large fish.

Sportfiskare visar upp en stor fisk med gröna fjäll och röda fenor vid ett vattendrag omgiven av skog.

Want to know more or book?

Talk to Oscar

he has been there himself and will gladly help you.

+46 313 758 200
info@outsidetravels.com

Before a fishing trip to Perchzilla

What fish species are there in Perchzilla?

Perchzilla is primarily known for its large perch, often over two kilos and with a chance of fish over three kilos. The lake also has pike and zander, making it possible to combine perch fishing with more species for those who want to broaden their experience.

When should one go on a fishing trip to Perchzilla?

The best time to fish in Perchzilla is from September to March. Autumn offers active fishing with many bites and nice perch around 2–2.5 kg, while winter and early spring provide the best chance for truly large fish over three kilograms. Fishing can be done year-round, but the period September–March offers the best conditions for both quantity and size.

Can I customize my fishing trip

Yes, it is possible to tailor a fishing trip to Perchzilla. You can customize the length of the trip, number of fishing days, type of accommodation, and whether you want to fish alone or in a group. It's also possible to add a guide, rent equipment, or upgrade the sonar according to your wishes.

Passport and Visa Information

To travel to Spain and Perchzilla, Swedish citizens need a valid passport or national ID card. A visa is not required for tourist trips within the EU. It is important that the travel document is valid for the entire duration of the stay and that the name matches the flight ticket.

Facts about the country

Perchzilla is located in northern Spain, near the city of Bilbao. Spain is an EU country with the euro as its currency and a pleasant climate for most of the year. The region is characterized by mountains, green valleys, and large freshwater lakes that create perfect conditions for perch, pike, and zander. The proximity to both the airport and accommodation makes the journey easy and convenient for anglers.

Is there Wi-Fi available?

Yes, there is Wi-Fi available at Perchzilla. The speed may vary slightly depending on signal strength, but it's sufficient for staying in touch with loved ones or sharing the day's catches after fishing.

How do you fish in Perchzilla?

In Perchzilla, the main focus is on catching large perch using jig fishing, shads, and crayfish imitations. During active periods, hard baits like jerkbaits and crankbaits also work very well. When the fish are more cautious, techniques such as Texas rigs, Ned rigs, and free rigs often yield the best results. Depth, temperature, and season dictate how the perch behave, and those who vary their presentation usually find success. Pike and zander can also be caught, making the fishing both broad and exciting.

What is the weather and climate like?

The climate at Perchzilla in northern Spain is mild and varied throughout the year. Autumn and spring often offer pleasant temperatures, perfect for active perch fishing, while winter can be cooler but stable – a period when the largest perch are usually caught. Summer is warm and fishing is still possible, but the best conditions for big perch are found between September and March.

Travel Guarantees & Insurance

We at Outside Travels have arranged travel guarantees with Kammarkollegiet, which means you travel safely with us.

The travel guarantee entitles you to compensation if any part of your package tour or linked travel arrangements cannot be carried out due to the organizer's insolvency.

With our travel guarantee and well-planned fishing trips, you can lean back and focus on what's most important – your fishing adventure.

Travel Conditions

When you book a fishing trip with Outside Travels AB (corporate ID no. 559046-2395), you travel safely and securely. We adhere to the general terms and conditions of the Swedish Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (SRF) as well as our own special conditions, adapted for fishing trips and package holidays.

The conditions describe everything you need to know about booking, payment, cancellation, changes, and liability. We also have a travel guarantee with Kammarkollegiet, which means you are protected if anything should happen to the organizer or the trip.

The purpose of our terms and conditions is for you to be able to focus on what's most important – your fishing adventure – with full confidence and clarity before departure.