Fishing

Fishing in lake Mälaren

Lake Mälaren which is partly located in Eskilstuna is Sweden’s third largest lake.

Fishing in Lake Mälaren is free for both Swedish and foreign citizens – however, this only applies to fishing with hand-held equipment.

There are 32 known species in Lake Mälaren. The most common species is the perch, but you can also catch zander, salmon, pike, trout, carp, and whitefish to mention a few. Be mindful of the size of the fish that you catch! If they are too small, carefully release them back into the lake. Minimum size for pike is 40 cm, and for zander 45 cm.

Fishing in Lake Hjälmaren

Lake Hjälmaren is the fourth largest lake in Sweden. Fishing is free for everyone in public waters and in the free fishing area of Mellanfjärden in Lake Hjälmaren. However, free fishing is limited by both duration and which tools you can use. Fishing with hand-held equipment is free in the entire lake.

In Lake Hjälmaren there are 24 different species of fish as well as crayfish. Perch, zander, salmon, pike, trout, carp and whitefish among others.

Rent a boat and fishing equipment

At Kjells Sportfiske in Eskilstuna you can rent a boat and fishing rod. You can also book a knowledgeable guide who will show you the best spots and optimize your chances of catching fish.

• Kjells Sportfiske