Surfcasting 

It is also possible to specifically fish European sea bass in the traditional manner, the main focus being on rig, bait and the right spot. European sea bass love big meals: the bigger the bait the better, if you want to get the spiny-finned predators on your hook.  With the exception of the exceptional “peeler crab” bait, European sea bass love ragworms.  Offered in packs- you should at least get 5 to 6 worms- a pully rig with a pennel rig system has proven to be of value because of the double bait points. In order to present a natural bait situation, the hook line should not be longer than one meter.  

Choosing a spot, breakwater, as well as stone or pole moles, are highly frequented by European sea bass looking for food. The best time for fishing is shortly after stronger storms after the rough motions of the sea have calmed a bit. 

Where to fish? 

Wooden breakwaters, so called spur dikes

The best spots for fishing are breakwaters, also called spurs, built to protect the seaside from stormy waters. They also provide an ideal environment for sea creatures.

Jetty 

The ends of both types of spurs are secured by stones. That’s where European sea bass like to roam when water rises.

Both pole and stone moles have the seaward facing ends secured by rocks. It is important to place rigs with bait as close as possible.