Fishing in Skellefteå

Fishing on the coast

Are you keen to start fishing on the coast? Congratulations, you have a lot of fun ahead of you! Sport fishing is an exc...

Fishing in Lakes & Rivers

In Skellefteå municipality there are over 30 fishing conservation areas and associations that together offer a wide rang...

Fishing license & Youth fishing license

The fishing license is a temporary permit for a limited time and a specific area, usually a daily, weekly or annual card...

Learn how to fish for our most common fish

What can I fish and how do I get a bite? These guides will help you answer those questions.

Fishing ethics

Always carry appropriate equipment with you so you can easily hook and release unwanted or illegal catches. A good landi...

Fishing methods & equipment

How can I fish and how do I tie a knot? Read and learn about different fishing methods.

Fish counter in the Byske River

In Fällfors, 28 kilometers upstream in the Byske River from the sea, Skellefteå municipality has a fish counter to follo...

Ice & maritime safety

Reducing the risk Going fishing can involve risks if you are not well prepared. Risks that can be avoided. Take a frie...

Fishing with Aleks

"Fishing with Aleks" is a project run by Skellefteå municipality to help more young residents discover the joys of fishi...

Things to consider when in nature

Hunting and fishing are not included in the right of public access. However, the right of public access is very importan...

Water & Fish Conservation in Skellefteå

Skellefteå municipality is actively working together with fishing conservation areas on water and fishing issues to crea...

Can you eat the fish?

Fish is good food

Welcome to sport fishing in Skellefteå! There is something for everyone - both inexperienced fishermen and more experienced. The road to adventure may start at a jetty in Ursviken, a stream in Kalvträsk's deep forests or why not one of all the bays on the coast. Here we have gathered information about most things related to fishing in the municipality. Tips on fishing spots, how to catch the big fish and how to get in touch with the fisheries conservation areas regarding fishing licenses and rules.