1. Sweden

Fishing in Sweden

Fishing in Sweden includes saltwater fishing along the coastline as well as freshwater opportunities in rivers and lakes. Nearshore fishing targets a mix of coastal and reef species, while offshore trips often focus on pelagic fish such as tuna and mackerel depending on season and location.

Best fishing spots in Sweden

Based on Fishbrain community data

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Types of species in Sweden

Pike
Pike
Perch
Perch
Trout
Trout
Cod
Cod
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Top fishing spots in Sweden

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Vänern

Västra Götaland, Sweden

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Östersjön (Stockholms län)

Stockholm, Sweden

4.3
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Skagerrak (Västra Götalands län)

Västra Götaland, Sweden

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Dalälven

Gävleborg, Sweden

4.5
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Mjörn

Västra Götaland, Sweden

4.6
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Vättern

Västra Götaland, Sweden

4.9
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Drevviken

Stockholm, Sweden

4.1
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Göta älv

Västra Götaland, Sweden

4.7
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Öresund (Grollegrund - Falsterbo)

Skåne, Sweden

4.8
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Klarälven

Värmland, Sweden

4.4
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Biggest catches in Sweden

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Sweden fishing reports

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European perch caught on Fishbrain
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European perch

Drevviken

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European perch

Kävlingeån

11 in · 1 lb

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European perch

Drevviken

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European perch

Ekoln (Mälaren)

14 in · 2 lb

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Northern pike caught on Fishbrain
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Northern pike

Östersjön (Stockholms län)

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Ballan wrasse caught on Fishbrain
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Ballan wrasse

Skagerrak (Västra Götalands län)

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Ballan wrasse

Skagerrak (Västra Götalands län)

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Atlantic cod caught on Fishbrain
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Atlantic cod

Skagerrak (Västra Götalands län)

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Cuckoo wrasse caught on Fishbrain
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Cuckoo wrasse

Skagerrak (Västra Götalands län)

11 in · 1 lb

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European perch caught on Fishbrain
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European perch

Vänern

15 in · 2 lb

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FAQ about fishing in Sweden

🐟 What are the best fish species to catch in Sweden?
Some of the most popular species anglers target in Sweden include Pike, Perch, and Trout. The best species often depend on season, water type, and location within the country.

For more detailed, real-time insights, the shows which species are being caught near you and what baits are working best across Sweden.
🌊 Where are the top fishing spots in Sweden?
Some of the most popular fishing spots in Sweden include Vänern, Östersjön (Stockholms län), and Skagerrak (Västra Götalands län). Anglers across the country fish a wide range of waters, with opportunities varying by region and season.

With the , you can explore local hotspots anywhere in Sweden, see recent catches, and find out what's working near you.
🗺️ Which regions in Sweden have the best fishing?
Based on catches logged by the Fishbrain community, the top regions for fishing in Sweden are Stockholm, Västra Götaland, Skåne, Västmanland, and Södermanland.
🎣 What are anglers currently catching in Sweden?
Recent catches logged in Sweden include European perch, Northern pike, and Zander, with active reports coming in from waters like Drevviken and Ekoln (Mälaren). What's biting changes week to week depending on weather, water temperature, and season.

Open the to see the latest reports from Sweden in real time — including bait, conditions, and exact locations.
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Popular States in Sweden
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Popular species in Sweden
Northern pikeEuropean perchZanderRainbow troutBrown troutCommon roachCommon breamLake troutAtlantic mackerelSea troutAtlantic codCommon ruddEuropean graylingIdeArctic charAtlantic salmonEuropean garfishTenchAspBallan wrasseYellow perchEuropean flounderCommon bleakEuropean chubAtlantic herringExplore species
Popular fishing waters in Sweden
VänernÖstersjön (Stockholms län)Skagerrak (Västra Götalands län)DalälvenMjörnVätternDrevvikenGöta älvÖresund (Grollegrund - Falsterbo)KlarälvenTisnarenNorra Björkfjärden (Mälaren)Ekoln (Mälaren)MagelungenHelgasjönUmeälven (Storuman - Umeå)KävlingeånHarmångersånTidanGörväln (Mälaren)Popular Waters