Important to respect the minimum size of 75 cm for salmon and trout
We would like to remind you that the minimum size for keeping salmon and trout is 75 cm. It is especially important to follow this right now, as large quantities of juvenile fish have recently been released to strengthen the endangered stocks.
Re-releasing smaller fish is crucial to give them a chance to grow up and reproduce. Together we can contribute to long-term and sustainable fishing.
Fishing rules for the Lower Norsälven FVO
General rules
- Fishing ban: Salmon and trout fishing is prohibited September 15 - December 31 in the Norsälven. Catch reporting is mandatory in the event of any exemption fishing.
- Prohibited methods: Jerk fishing is illegal.
- Fishing license and laws: Fishing without a valid fishing license or in violation of the rules will result in a police report. Violations of local regulations may result in a control fee of 1,000 SEK, which is collected by appointed fishing inspectors.
- Changes: The association may change the rules if necessary.
- Speed limit: Maximum 5 knots applies in the Norsälven River.
- Fishing from the Edsvalla power plant bridge is prohibited.
• All fishing with multiple fishing gear, e.g. nets, cages, nets and the like is completely prohibited.
Fishing regulations
- Fishing license: Mandatory for everyone over 14 years of age. The card is personal and may not be transferred. ID must be carried.
- Free fishing: Children up to 14 years fish for free, but must follow the rules. Exception: Fishing zone 1 requires a fishing license August 15 - December 31.
- Gear limitation: Maximum 2 hand gear per person (fishing rod, casting rod, fly rod or ice rod).
- Mishooked, protected fish or fish that fall outside the applicable maximum or minimum size must be released, regardless of whether it is dead or alive.
- Trolling/drag fishing: Allowed with a maximum of 1 rod per angler. Show consideration for land-based anglers.
Catch restrictions
Salmon/trout:
- Minimum size: 75 cm.
- Max 1 fish/day per angler until September 15. When/if an angler has caught an approved salmon/trout (applies regardless of whether it is kept or released), the fishing license is forfeited the same day and fishing must therefore be terminated.
- Wild salmon/trout (with fatty fin) must always be released.
Pike:
- Only fish between 50-70 cm may be kept.
- Max 3 pike/day per fisherman.
- Fishermen who have reached their catch quota must stop fishing.
Pike: Pike over 100 cm must be released.
Eel and asp: Protected all year round.
Fish handling:
- Keep caught fish close to you for easy control.
- Be careful when releasing – wet your hands and unhook the fish in the water if possible.
Fishing zones
Fishing zone 1 (downstream of Edsvalla Bridge to the pier) has special rules from August 15th – December 31st:
- August 15th – September 15th: Only salmon/trout fishing is allowed with specific hook sizes. A single hook with a maximum size of 13mm or a double or triple hook with a maximum gap of 9mm.
- Boat fishing prohibited during this period.
- Only spinning, spinning fly and fly rod allowed.
- Fishing only allowed between 05:00 and 00:00.
- September 16 – December 31: Fishing prohibited in the zone except during possible exemption fishing.
- Prohibited area: Fishing from the bridge and upstream and the industrial area.
Exceptions to normal fishing license prices
Fishing zone 1 (August 15 – September 15, and during possible exemption fishing): Day license 250 SEK. NOTE that annual licenses do not apply to fishing in zone 1.