Fishing rules

Lagan-Skålåns FVO

Lagan-Skålåns FVO

Applies to 3 permitsLast updated May 4, 2026

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FISHING REGULATIONS

A fishing permit for the Lagan - Skålån fishing conservation area is obtained by purchasing a fishing license. The validity period of the fishing license is stated on the card. The fishing license must be presented upon request by a fishing inspector. A person caught fishing without a fishing license will be reported for illegal fishing. A person caught fishing with prohibited gear will be reported for illegal fishing. The applicable minimum size for pike-perch and trout is 40 cm. Fish that do not meet the minimum size requirement must be released regardless of condition. Trout caught between October 1 and December 31 must be released immediately. Angling is only permitted from ice, summer angling is not permitted.

People caught fishing and violating fishing regulations will be charged with a control fee of 500:-

RULES OF PROCEDURE Park your car so that it does not block access to the river, forest land or fields. Caravans and tents are directed to campsites. Behave in such a way that you do not disturb those who live near the water. Plots or fields may not be entered. When there is a general fire ban, this also applies to fires within the fishery conservation area. Avoid disturbing wildlife by the water. Be careful of plants. Do not litter the nature with nylon lines, stretch wraps and the like. According to Section 23 of the Nature Conservation Act, everyone must ensure that they do not litter the nature with glass, plastic, metal, paper, waste or other things that could cause damage or inconvenience. The task of the fishing inspectors is to keep the fishing in order. Their instructions must be respected and followed. Fishermen who do not follow the current regulations or show obvious recklessness towards other fishermen may be banned from continuing fishing within the Lagan - Skålån fishing conservation area. The fishing license is valid for fishing with angling, spinning, reel and fly rod. Catch limitation: See Fishing license prices and Catch limitation Only fishing with one rod and one bait is permitted. Fishing from all bridges is prohibited. Fixed fishing is prohibited, also applies to nets and longlines. The fishing license is valid as a family license (spouses with children under 18 years of age) with a catch limitation of two salmon per card and day. The fishing license must be worn visibly. The fishing license may not be transferred

Other areas: The fishing license is valid for fishing with angling, spinning, reel, fly and ice rod. When trolling, two rods are allowed per boat. Ice fishing is only allowed, summer fishing is not allowed. The fishing license is personal and may not be transferred. Annual license: Also valid for longlines 100 hook + fishing tackle Junior license: Young people can fish for free up to the age of 18. However, they are required to be able to prove their age. Group fishing licenses for fishing competitions, schools, companies and the like are sold by the board. Fishing License Prices and Catch Limits

· Annual license: 800:- Max 15 salmon/year and max 2/day

· Weekly license: 500:- Max 5 salmon and 2/day

· Day license: 150:- Max 2 salmon · Group license/day: 800:- Max 10 people and 15 salmon · Young people up to 18 years of age fish for free

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