Fishing with Kids at Lake Lipno: Catch Your Own Dinner Here (Even Without a Permit!)

A holiday by the water doesn’t have to mean overcrowded campsites, queues at stalls, and children glued to screens. It’s different here at Lake Lipno! Do you want to experience a holiday where children catch their own dinner, parents grill it at the pergola with a beer in hand – and additionally get tips directly from the chef of our Fish Restaurant? Then you’re in the right place! Get ready for an experience that combines fishing with children at Lake Lipno without a license with the comfort of summer grilling and family memories.

Successful catch of a rainbow trout at the Hůrka Trout Farm near Lake Lipno.

How to get children excited about fishing? At Lake Lipno they’ll forget their phones

Our private trout farm pond in Hůrka, located right next to our apartments, is ideal for catching fish with children. Trout bite there even for total beginners – just a rod, a worm, and a bit of patience. Fishing with children at Lake Lipno is so easy here that little ones will forget their phones! And when they then pull “their” trout out of the water, the enthusiasm knows no bounds. The best part? When a child catches the fish themselves, they really eat it. No arguments! Forget complicated license processing – here you enjoy fishing with children even without a state license!

Comfortable accommodation for fishermen at Lake Lipno and their families can be found right here – for example in our type 1 apartment, just a few steps from the water.

Do you want to experience this? Just imagine how your children will beam with joy! Our comfortable apartments at Lake Lipno, just a few steps from the water, are waiting for you and the whole family. Take a look and book your dates today.

Small child in a yellow raincoat catching a trout while fishing with kids at Lake Lipno without a permit.

How to catch trout? A few tips for an easy catch

Catching a trout is not rocket science, but a few tips always come in handy. For a successful hunt in our pond, basic equipment will suffice.

Equipment: A light rod, a small reel with thin line, and smaller hooks are ideal.
Bait: Trout love natural baits. Classic worms, maggots, or small pieces of corn have worked best for us.
Technique: The simplest and most effective is float fishing. Just cast and wait patiently for the float to disappear below the surface. That’s the signal for action!

And what to do with the catch? Just a few steps and you have it on the grill.

Grills and fire pits for perfect grilling at Lake Lipno

Grilling in the garden of our apartments has a completely different dimension than somewhere on a block of flats balcony. When the forest rustles behind your back, you hold a chilled drink in hand, and the children play on the playground in the meantime – that’s just a different league.

In the garden of Apartments Nad Rybníky, you have 2 top-quality grills and fire pits at your disposal. One of them is this great piece from the Diviš blacksmithing – the massive Kedar Kolos grill, on which you can prepare perfect fish, juicy steaks, and vegetables. You don’t have to be a chef. Just fresh fish from the neighboring trout farm, a drop of oil, and a few herbs – and you have a fragrant dinner under the open sky.

You can prepare your catch right in the evening on the grill by our covered pergola. Whether with family or a group of friends, it’s an experience that brings people together and smells of summer comfort. Add a well-chilled beer, children running around, laughter, and the scent of fresh trout wafting through the air. These aren’t just holidays – this is Lake Lipno as it should be. Comfortable accommodation for fishermen at Lake Lipno and their families can be found right here, in Horní Planá!

Golden brown grilled trout on the steel plate of the Kedar Kolos grill.

Massive Kedar Kolos grill in the garden of the Lipno accommodation with a covered pergola in the background.

Fresh trout grilling on a fire plate in the garden of Apartments Nad Rybníky.

Tips from our chef: Trout as it should taste

When you want to enjoy your caught trout to the fullest, let our executive chef advise you. Here are two proven ways to prepare fresh trout from the Hůrka trout farm directly on the grill:

1. The classic that never fails: Fragrant grilled trout with herbs and lemon

Fish preparation: First clean the trout thoroughly and very carefully dry it with a paper towel inside and out. This is the absolute base so the fish doesn’t stick to the grill and gets a beautiful crispy crust.
Marinating/seasoning: Season the fish inside and out with salt and freshly ground pepper. Fill it with fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary). Then lightly brush the whole trout with quality olive oil and drizzle with fresh lemon juice.
Grilling (direct heat): Heat the grill to medium temperature. Place the fish directly on the grate and grill for approximately 5–7 minutes on each side, depending on size. You can tell it’s done when the meat turns opaque and separates easily from the bone. The skin should be beautifully crispy!

2. For absolute comfort and juiciness: Trout in foil with vegetables (worry-free!)

Packet preparation: Take a large enough piece of aluminum foil and place the cleaned and dried trout in the middle. Season it inside and out with salt and pepper.
Vegetable bed: Stack your favorite chopped vegetables around the fish – we recommend pepper strips, zucchini, and a few cherry tomatoes. Add a tablespoon of butter (gives incredible juiciness!).
Baking on the grill: Close the foil carefully so no steam escapes. Place the packet on the grill grate and bake for 15–20 minutes. The fish steams beautifully in the foil and absorbs all the flavors of the vegetables. Minimum work, maximum flavor, and almost no cleanup!

Our chef’s secret tip at the end:

And if you want to experience the true, unadulterated taste of freshly caught trout directly from the trout farm without compromises? Our secret tip is absolute simplicity: take the freshly caught trout, salt it, pepper lightly, and straight onto the hot grill. Nothing more. You’ll be surprised how perfectly clean and full the taste of a fish that is truly fresh can be.

Tips for side dishes everyone can manage:

Grilled vegetables: Chop, drizzle with oil, salt, pepper, and throw on the grill.
Potato salad without mayonnaise: Boiled potatoes, onion, oil, vinegar, mustard, herbs. Light, fresh, ideal with fish.
Herb dip: Yogurt or sour cream, garlic, salt, pepper, chopped herbs. Done in two minutes.

Tips for relaxed grilling by the water:

Start early. Don’t wait until it’s dark and cold. Light the grill while it’s still light so you finish earlier and can then sit down in peace.
Don’t be stingy – get a proper piece of fish. Small portions just dry out.
Think of vegetarians – throwing Hermelín cheese or corn on the grate won’t kill your evening.
Beer and a glass of wine – who would want to grill dry?

Grilled vegetables in a wok pan prepared on a Weber grill in the pergola.

Baked potatoes and grilled vegetables on the grate of a Weber grill.

Czech potato pancakes (Bramboráky) frying on an iron plate over the fire.ti.

Trout and vegetables over an open fire at the fire pit in the garden.

Outdoor fireplace (fire pit) with a grill grate and wooden benches. In the background, a covered pergola with barbecues and firewood.

Garden of Apartments Nad Rybníky with fire pit, Kedar Kolos grill, and covered pergola.

And what if you don’t eat fish? No problem

In our pergola, you’ll always find something for meat-eaters too – the fridge is stocked with juicy steaks, sausages, and other treats from the Statek u Misařů farm. Plus a tapped keg of beer, and if you prefer wine, we recommend a bottle from Vinařství Kubík – we have their wines permanently in stock. So even if trout isn’t your style, you certainly won’t miss out on grilling comfort with us.

Fishing with children at Lake Lipno: More than just a catch

Children’s fishing at Lake Lipno isn’t just about what you pull out of the water.
It’s mainly time when you are together – without screens, without stress, without distraction. By the water, time suddenly slows down, and when nothing is happening, you just sit and talk. And that’s exactly where the magic is. In private grounds without the need for a license, you moreover try everything without complexities – no rules, no paperwork. Just you, the kids, and the pond. And maybe even the first trout that you’ll both remember for a long time.

Want more inspiration on where to go with children at Lake Lipno? Check out our Lake Lipno with children page, where we’ve put together 18 tips for experiences you’ll enjoy together here.

Family holiday at Lake Lipno that tastes and smells like experiences

It’s not just about the food – it’s about the atmosphere. Here you’ll enjoy catching fish with children at Lake Lipno, relax by the grill, and in the evening remember how great the trout from your own catch tasted. And when you don’t feel like cooking? Stop by our Hůrka Fish Restaurant – we know our fish.

Are you looking for the ideal place to enjoy fishing with children at Lake Lipno and simultaneously spend a comfortable family holiday at Lake Lipno with fishing? Then Apartments Nad Rybníky are the right place for unforgettable experiences.

Find out everything that a fishing holiday with children offers with us in Hůrka.

Grilled ribs on the grate over the fire pit.

Whole pork tenderloin being turned on the grill with tongs.

Kedar Kolos grill in the garden with sausages and corn on the cob.

Three pork steaks on a Weber kettle grill.

Grilling over open fire: A large piece of pork with grill marks.

Farm-fresh pork steaks on a charcoal grill in front of the apartments.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): Fishing with children at Lake Lipno

Here you will find quick answers to help you plan a fishing holiday full of experiences.

Is a state fishing license required for fishing at the Hůrka trout farm?
No, for fishing in our private pond, which is adjacent to Apartments Nad Rybníky, no state license or fishing card is required. Just come, fish, and enjoy!

What equipment do we need for fishing with children?
For successful trout fishing, basic equipment is enough: a light rod, line, and hook. For bait, we recommend classic worms or maggots. Usually, you can also rent equipment on-site.

Can we grill the caught trout right at the apartments?
Yes, you can prepare the caught fish immediately in the garden. You have two top-quality grills at your disposal (including the massive Kedar Kolos grill) and a covered pergola with seating for a perfect grilling evening.

What to do with children when they are not fishing?
Lake Lipno offers plenty of fun: children can use the playground, pool, and balance bikes in our fenced garden, or head out to cycle paths, or visit the Fairytale Reservation.

📍 What to do after fishing and grilling with us

After a day full of fishing adventures, the scent of fire and laughter with children, it’s time for a well-deserved rest. Our accommodation for families with children is a great starting point for further experiences – whether you want to go on a trip, explore children’s cycle paths around Lake Lipno, or relax on the beaches.

Book your stay in time – so you have further experiences taken care of
We look forward to seeing you!