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Rules

• A fishing license must be purchased before fishing begins

• The license is valid for one calendar day (midnight to midnight)

• The license must be presented to an inspector upon request

• Permitted gear includes fly fishing, reel fishing, spin fishing, and ice fishing rods; a maximum of one rod per person. If a rod is placed on a dock or on land with the hook in the water, this is considered bottom fishing, which is prohibited.

• In open water (ice-free), fishing must be conducted from shore or a dock unless a float is used (see special rules)

• The permit is valid only if the date is filled in or can be verified

• The permit is personal and may not be transferred to another person

• All types of angling and fishing with bait are prohibited (does not apply to ice fishing)

• Maximum catch: 3 fish per permit

• Maximum of 3 hooks per fishing line (maximum one fishing rig per person)

• Landed fish may not be released (unless otherwise agreed)

• The fishing license/payment confirmation and valid identification must be presented to an inspector upon request

• Children (ages 0–9) are permitted to fish with a handline (not a casting rod) and live bait* when accompanied by an adult. *Live bait refers to worms and maggots. Children may also fish with standard fly, reel, spinning, or ice fishing rods—but NOT with live bait.

Clarification due to inquiries:

• Powerbait is prohibited (strongly scented artificial baits are also included in this prohibition)
• Bottom fishing is prohibited
• Shrimp are prohibited (except during the shrimp fishing season)
• Handline fishing is prohibited (except for children under 10 years of age)
• Cast line fishing is prohibited (even for children under 10 years of age)
• You may not let anyone hold your rod or your child’s rod, as this is considered lending out your fishing license. Adults are also not permitted to fish with a child’s handline.

Paddleboard

In Ängebytjärnet, paddleboarding is permitted throughout the entire lake during the open-water season. Paddleboard anglers must show consideration for shore anglers, and shore anglers always have the right of way over paddleboard anglers. When fishing from a paddleboard, a proper distance must be maintained so that anglers do not obstruct one another.

Our definition of a float raft is that it must be designed as a “traditional” float raft and propelled by paddling with the feet. If the float raft is propelled with oars, it is considered a boat and is not permitted. Private boats, canoes, kayaks, and inflatable mattresses are not permitted in the area!

Violation of these rules is considered illegal fishing, which may result in a fine of 1,500 SEK, 5,000 SEK, or 10,000 SEK. Fishing without a valid fishing license is a criminal offense and will be reported to the police. Inspectors have the right to confiscate equipment in the event of a violation of the law or suspicion of an attempted violation.