Anglers offer exciting and varied fishing in two of Gotland's most accessible and scenic waterways! With one and the same fishing license, you get access to fine fishing stretches in both the Gothemsån at Åminne and the Västergarnsån. Both areas are equally suitable for families and experienced anglers, and the proximity to the sea provides good opportunities for varied fishing all year round.
Gothemsån – Åminne
The fishing stretch stretches from the highway bridge (road 146) downstream to a straight line between the Gothemsån estuary capes, a total of about 1.3 km. The area is open to fishing all year round and the close connection to the sea provides great opportunities for varied fishing for several species and with different methods. Along the stretch there are also accessibility adaptations in the form of piers and paved or gravel walkways.
Västergarnsån
The fishing permit is valid for the stretch from the marking 150 meters upstream of Västergarn harbour to the highway bridge (road 140), approximately 800 meters. The easily accessible environment makes the area perfect for both beginners and families. There is also a barbecue area and beautiful walking areas along the Baltic Sea.
Fishing upstream of the highway bridge (road 140) and in Paviken is prohibited all year round.
NOTE! Protection of sea trout
The Gothemsån and Västergarnsån are, like many other coastal watercourses on Gotland, important reproduction and nursery areas for sea trout. Although the actual spawning usually takes place further up in the systems, sea trout pass or stay on the fishing permit stretches during certain periods of the year. The wild sea trout population around Gotland is sensitive, and to protect the trout in these two organized fishing waters, the following rules apply:
- Total fishing ban on trout all year round – directed trout fishing is not permitted.
- Trout caught by mistake (when fishing for another species) should always be handled with care and released immediately.
