Top Freshwater Bream Fishing Countries

Freshwater bream, particularly the common bream (Abramis brama), is a widely distributed fish species found in rivers and lakes across Europe and parts of Asia. Recognizable by their deep, laterally compressed bodies and silvery-bronze scales, bream are popular targets for both commercial and recreational anglers due to their abundance and adaptability. The top freshwater bream fishing countries include Russia, Poland, Germany, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. In Russia and Eastern Europe, bream are harvested both for local consumption and commercial sale, often forming a significant part of the inland fisheries sector. In Western Europe, especially in the UK and the Netherlands, bream fishing is primarily a recreational pursuit, with well-managed angling clubs and competitions contributing to the local economy. These countries have developed robust fisheries management practices to sustain healthy bream populations and support both commercial and sport fishing industries.

Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.