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Trout fishing
Trout fishing
Trout fishing at Lagunen
Enjoy great fishing on the Swedish west coast this spring! Trout fishing is permitted from April, when keen fishermen gather at Lagunen to try their fishing luck. Stay at Lagunen and experience magical trout fishing in the Strömstad Archipelago. Pack your fishing gear and book a weekend of socialising and wonderful days of fishing! Try your luck at one of our own fishing sites within the area, enjoy the day – and why not barbecue your catch on the beach later in the evening?
When is trout fishing permitted?
On the Swedish west coast, trout fishing is permitted between April 1st and September 30th.
Required size?
Salmon and sea trout must measure at least 45 cm. Fish smaller than the minimum requirement must be released immediately.
Fishing method
Both sea trout and salmon can be caught with fly fishing rods or by angling. If you prefer angling, use a spoon lure. For fly fishing, use ‘flies’ on the surface.
Great fishing available!
There is more to Bohuslän than the magnificent landscape and the plentiful sea trout. The long coastal strip offers easy access and unbeatable fishing opportunities. Lagunen has several good trout fishing spots; our own favourite is Trälsund, which is also popular among anglers.
Keep in mind!
It is important to remember that fishing is regulated, and you need to read up on the rules before you begin:
- Fishing is not permitted between the last day of September and the last day of March, and there are also some protection areas to consider.
- You can obviously keep a nice, shiny sea trout for dinner, but it must be at least 45 cm long.
- Remember to only keep as much fish as your household can consume and to handle any fish you are planning to return to the water as gently as possible. A successful day’s fishing can result in a large number of sea trout, and it is important to think long-term and protect our great fishing opportunities for the future.
Book your stay today!
Bo vid Strömstads skärgård
På Lagunen bor du precis där havet och Strömstads skärgård börjar. Här finns alltid något att upptäcka. Blir det en heldag i Strömstad, en båttur på Kosterhavet eller en lugn dag med krabbfiske på mage från Malis brygga, alldeles intill Lagunens badstrand? På Lagunen vaknar du till ljudet av vågornas skvalpande, måsarnas skrik och Kosterhavets havsbris som letar sig in i viken året runt – det är bara du som bestämmer när.
Catch mackerel at Lagunen
Mackerel - fishing at Lagunen
Catch mackerel at Lagunen
Get a great catch at Lagunen! Spend the night with us and experience amazing mackerel fishing in the surrounding area. Dig out your fishing gear and book a weekend of socialising and amazing fishing! Our reception can help you locate the best spots for catching mackerel – perhaps you’ll have freshly-caught fish for dinner? As all fishermen know, nothing tastes better than fish straight out of the sea!
Fishing methods
Traditionally, the three most common ways to catch mackerel is by hand-line, a string of lures, or a casting rod. To use a hand-line from a boat, simply add a hook and bait, then let the line sink into the water – then all you have to do is wait. A string of lures should be towed a little distance behind the boat, whilst the boat is moving slowly forwards. With a casting rod, cast the lure and line, then slowly wind up the line – a mackerel will bite in no time!
Where should I fish?
We recommend looking for places that are fairly sheltered and where there are plenty of herring. Sometimes you catch a mackerel almost immediately, at other times it can take a long while for things to start happening. Don’t give up! Mackerel move in huge shoals and cover large distances, so you may suddenly find yourself in the middle of a shoal and pulling them in as fast as you can go!
Bait?
Mackerel can be caught using different types of lures if a rod is used, or bait like herring or prawn if using for example a hand-line from a boat. If a rod is used, we recommend glossy, silver-coloured spoon lures that look a bit like a herring. If you are planning to use a hand-line from a boat, we recommend baiting the hook with herring.
Welcome to Lagunen and happy mackerel-fishing!
The best thing about fishing for mackerel is that anyone can join in, both young and old. One day you may only catch a single fish, the next you may end up in the middle of a huge shoal and find fish on all the hooks for several hours. Bring the family or a few friends and try your fishing luck at Lagunen – we can help you find the best spots.
The best season for mackerel-fishing is from mid-May until mid-October. During this period, the mackerel visits the west coast to fatten up and lay eggs. At the end of October, the mackerel leave the coast to swim to warmer waters.
Book your stay today!
Bo vid Strömstads skärgård
På Lagunen bor du precis där havet och Strömstads skärgård börjar. Här finns alltid något att upptäcka. Blir det en heldag i Strömstad, en båttur på Kosterhavet eller en lugn dag med krabbfiske på mage från Malis brygga, alldeles intill Lagunens badstrand? På Lagunen vaknar du till ljudet av vågornas skvalpande, måsarnas skrik och Kosterhavets havsbris som letar sig in i viken året runt – det är bara du som bestämmer när.
