The 30th FIPS-Mouche European Fly Fishing Championships will take place in the Mostar and Livno region, Boznia & Herzegovina, from the 22nd-28th June 2026.

AT TEFF will be represented by: Del Spry (Captain), Simon Clarke, Cameron Craigs, Brian Lillie, Stan Moore, Gavin Walsh & Mark Withyman (Manager).

PARTICIPATING TEAMS

Bulgaria – Bosnia & Herzegovina – Croatia – Czech Republic – England – Finland – France – Hungary – Ireland – Italy – Luxembourg – Montenegro – Netherlands – Poland – Portugal – Serbia – Slovakia – Slovenia – Spain – Sweden

PROGRAMME

Monday 22nd June: Opening Day
14:00 Arrival and registration at “Hotel Karting” Mostar
15:00 Captains’ Meeting & Draw
19:00 Opening Ceremony
21:00 Opening Dinner

Tuesday 23rd June: Competition Session 1
10:00 – 15:00 Departure from Hotel
17:30 Start of session on Buna River
20:30 End of session on Buna River
14:00 Start of session on Sturba River
17:00 End of session on Sturba River
16:30 Start of session on Lake
20:30 End of session on Lake

Wednesday 24th June: Competition Session 2
10:00 – 15:00 Departure from Hotel
17:30 Start of session on Buna River
20:30 End of session on Buna River
14:00 Start of session on Sturba River
17:00 End of session on Sturba River
16:30 Start of session on Lake
20:30 End of session on Lake

Thursday 25th June: Competition Session 3
10:00 – 15:00 Departure from Hotel
17:30 Start of session on Buna River
20:30 End of session on Buna River
14:00 Start of session on Sturba River
17:00 End of session on Sturba River
16:30 Start of session on Lake
20:30 End of session on Lake

Friday 26th June: Competition Session 4
10:00 – 15:00 Departure from Hotel
17:30 Start of session on Buna River
20:30 End of session on Buna River
14:00 Start of session on Sturba River
17:00 End of session on Sturba River
16:30 Start of session on Lake
20:30 End of session on Lake

Saturday 27th June: Competition Session 5 & Closing Day
06:00 – 09:30 Departure from Hotel
12:00 Start of session on Buna River
15:00 End of session on Buna River
10:30 Start of session on Sturba River
13:30 End of session on Sturba River
11:00 Start of session on Lake
15:00 End of session on Lake
19:00 Medals Ceremony – Closing Ceremony
21:00 Closing Banquet

Sunday 28th June
Breakfast – Travel Home

SECTORS

Sector 1: Buna River Upper
The Buna River is one of the cleanest and most beautiful rivers in Bosnia and Herzegovina, located in Herzegovina, near the city of Mostar. It springs from the impressive source in Blagaj, one of the strongest karst springs in Europe, and reaches a width of around 10–15 metres right from its origin. The river flow is calm and crystal clear, with depths ranging from 1 to 4 metres, while certain pools can reach even greater depths. The Buna is known for its exceptionally clean and cold water, which creates ideal conditions for salmonid fish species. The most common fish species in the Buna are brown trout, softmouth trout (an endemic and strictly protected species), grayling, and rainbow trout. The river is particularly valued among fly fishermen due to its crystal-clear water, challenging fishing conditions, and rich fish population. Thanks to its remarkable natural beauty, biodiversity, and high conservation standards, the Buna ranks among the most prestigious fly-fishing destinations in Europe. Eligible fish occurring: all salmonid species

Sector 2: Sturba River Upper
The Sturba is a river in the southwestern part of Bosnia and Herzegovina in the municipality of Livno. It flows through the Livno Plain. It springs in the place after which it is named. It supplies the surrounding places with drinking water through a built water supply system. The Sturba is 14.5 km long. It is best known for its rich fish stock – especially brown trout and grayling. Anglers come for the clean water and rich fish stock, and the local community takes care of preserving the ecosystem. A special fishing district was opened on the Sturba in 2005, where brown trout and grayling live for sport fishing. Eligible fish occurring: all salmonid species.

Sector 3: Mostar Lake
Mostar Lake is the youngest lake on the Neretva River and was created in 1987. It is about 10 km long and has an area of about 112 ha. The greatest depth is about 20 m, while the water level fluctuates up to 5 m. According to research from 1990, the following fish species were present in the lake: Brown trout (Salmo trutta m. fario) Marble trout (Salmo marmoratus Cuv.) Neretva soft-mouth trout (Salmothymus obtusirostris oxyrhinchus Steind.) Svalač (Leuciscus svallize svallize Heck. et Kn.) White chub (Leuciscus cephalus albus Bon.) Carp (Cyprinus carpio) Eel (Anguilla anguilla). Eligible fish: all species.

Sector 4: Buna River Lower
The Buna River is one of the cleanest and most beautiful rivers in Bosnia and Herzegovina, located in Herzegovina, near the city of Mostar. It springs from the impressive source in Blagaj, one of the strongest karst springs in Europe, and reaches a width of around 10–15 metres right from its origin. The river flow is calm and crystal clear, with depths ranging from 1 to 4 metres, while certain pools can reach even greater depths. The Buna is known for its exceptionally clean and cold water, which creates ideal conditions for salmonid fish species. The most common fish species in the Buna are brown trout, softmouth trout (an endemic and strictly protected species), grayling, and rainbow trout. The river is particularly valued among fly fishermen due to its crystal-clear water, challenging fishing conditions, and rich fish population. Thanks to its remarkable natural beauty, biodiversity, and high conservation standards, the Buna ranks among the most prestigious fly-fishing destinations in Europe. Eligible fish occurring: all salmonid species.

Sector 5: Sturba River Lower
The Sturba is a river in the southwestern part of Bosnia and Herzegovina in the municipality of Livno. It flows through the Livno Plain. It springs in the place after which it is named. It supplies the surrounding places with drinking water through a built water supply system. The Sturba is 14.5 km long. It is best known for its rich fish stock – especially brown trout and grayling. Anglers come for the clean water and rich fish stock, and the local community takes care of preserving the ecosystem. A special fishing district was opened on the Sturba in 2005, where brown trout and grayling live for sport fishing. Eligible fish occurring: all salmonid species.

You will find more information on the Championship website here>>