IMPORTANT: For current rules, please refer to Sävedalsvattnets infofolder
On the stretch from the border at Jonseredsvattnet to Ugglumsbron, fishing is permitted April 1 - September 30. From 2023, fishing is permitted October 1 - March 31 from Ugglumsbron to Gamlestansbron with a season pass and day pass! See map of the fishing stretch. Salmon and sea trout are protected and will be released; other species are permitted to be fished for.
Only ONE SINGLE HOOK may be used. Fishing with a double/triple hook is prohibited. Barbless hooks are recommended for easier unhooking.
A maximum of two salmon/season may be kept. After that, fishing must be terminated.
A maximum of two salmon/day may be caught, including those released. After that, fishing must be terminated.
Spawned salmon must be released and spawning-colored salmon should be released.
Salmon and trout under 45 cm must be released.
Female salmon should always be released.
Salmon with adipose fins trimmed may not be released but must be retained. It is not counted in the seasonal quota.
Fishing may only be done with a spinning rod, reel rod and fly rod. Angling for salmon and trout is not permitted. Directed fishing for other species is permitted with traditional equipment!
Otterdalsströmmen Only Fly Fishing permitted from 1/4 - 30/9 see map for detailed information.
Hook fishing is prohibited.
Jerk fishing or other fishing that aims to hook fish externally is prohibited.
Mishooked fish (that are hooked on the outside of the mouth or on the body) must be released.
Mobile fishing is applied, i.e. one cast and one step downstream.
Fishing from a boat or bridge is prohibited.
During the month of April: Remember to wade carefully in consideration of the yellow-sac fry that are embedded in the spawning gravel on several stretches of the river.
Addendum 1 Sep - 30 Sep
Female salmon and trout are protected during the month of September.
Addendum 1 Oct - 31 Mar
Fishing permitted from Ugglumsbron (Ugglumsströmmen) to Gamlestansbron with a season pass! See map with fishing limits.
Salmon and trout are protected during the period and must be released. Other species are allowed to be fished for.
Catch restrictions
A maximum of one wild salmon up to 70 cm may be kept – after that, fishing must be closed for the season. A maximum of two salmon may be caught and released C/R. After that, fishing must be ended for the day.
Maximum number of salmon C/R 4, after that you may end your fishing for the season.
Spawned salmon must be released and spawning colored salmon should be released. Salmon and trout under 45 cm must be released. Female salmon should always be released. Salmon with adipose fins trimmed may not be released but must be kept. It is not counted in the seasonal quota.
Show consideration
Cultivated land, plots of land, or other fenced areas may not be entered. When crossing pastures, special fence crossings or gates must be used.
The area around the Säveån River is sensitive to disturbances of various kinds. Therefore, act with discretion. The area between Aspen and Kåhögsbron, "Jonsereds strömmar", is a nature reserve (green line on the map).
This applies
Anyone who violates the fishing rules will be rejected and may be banned from fishing for the rest of the season.
The fishing rules apply in the event of legal liability and violation may entail additional penalties.
If you fish with unauthorized methods, your fishing license will be canceled on the spot and a control fee of 1000 will be issued by our fishing inspectors.
Fishing inspection is handled by Säfveåns flugfiskesällskap and Partille Sportfiskeklubb. Fishing inspectors are provided with a special badge or card. Fishermen are required to show their fishing license, identification, gear, bags and catch upon request.
Please note that fishing rules may change during the current season. The latest version of this guide with current fishing rules is always available digitally on the regional office's website.
NOTE: Anglers can introduce temporary fishing stops on the stretches if the water temperature exceeds 19 degrees in the water! On Sävedalsvattnet this applies to salmon and trout.
Fishing card
The fishing card must be filled in with your name and is personal and may not be transferred. The card can be purchased online or in store, see the current list at www.sportfiskarna.se/goteborg
The Yellow Card is not valid in Sävedalsvattnet.
Reporting
Information about caught fish must be reported to iFiske as soon as possible or written down on the report list at Otterdalsströmmen (R on the map).