Find pike fishing holidays in Sweden

Catch your next pike

Pike is one of the most common fish species living in Sweden’s many lakes. In the plentiful wonderful Swedish nature, you will find some of the best pike fishing areas in the world. For your pike fishing holidays in Sweden, we have prepared some of the most popular locations.

Pike fishing is one of local’s favourite activities during summer. So, depending on conditions and season, you can fish in a great variety of places in Sweden. There is no “perfect” place, you can be assured that you will have a great time, nonetheless.

However, before booking your holidays, there are some things to know beforehand.

When?

Peak pike fishing season is normally April-May and September-October. Though it is possible during June-August, it is considered to be off-peak season due to the water temperature. The size, weight and numbers vary greatly each season, and nearly every season the record would be broken.

In most lakes, you will also find perch and trout. Both has similar seasons. If you are instead in trolling for salmon and sea trout, season begins in late March-early June.

How?

There are many ways to fish for pike. Methods include, jerkbait, swimbait, spin and fly fishing, and float angling. It depends on your technique, experience and equipment, which we will talk about below.

However, the most important thing to know is that in majority cases it is catch and release! It is always so unless stated otherwise. Be sure to double check beforehand! A picture is always fine without any danger to anyone or anything.

Fishing licence

In most scenarios you will need to purchase a fishing license, especially in smaller lakes. However, it would be best to ask beforehand. So far, you don’t need a license to fish in lake Vättern. You can buy licenses from the nearest campsite or farmstay.

Boats

Many places offer boat rental, however, they are limited in number so you need to book in advance. There are other options, such as kayak, canoe and motorised boats. Motorised boats tend to be rarer and more expensive.

Equipment

If you didn’t bring your own equipment, many places offer fishing equipment rental or sale. Again, due to the limited availability, book in advance.

1) Kalvshult Farm

Stay in an apartment on the farm or in one of our fully equipped cottages close to lake Örsjön. A “Private” boat is included.

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2) Ivö Kungsgård

Lake Ivösjön fishing waters has over 20 species, as well as opportunity for bathing and swimming. Or search for fossils and shark teeth in mysterious caves.

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3) Djupviks gård 

Stay on the sunny side of lake Bråviken, where you can relax on a shallow beach or jump in the water from the jetty. As well as, enjoy our waterfront sauna!

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4) Bolingården

Enjoy your stay in a traditional turn-of-the-century rustic house in beautiful countryside. Near the best game fishing waters in Sweden, and they can even prepare your catch!

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5) Sycklinge farmstay

Cozy storehouse dating back to early 19th century. Peaceful nature surrounding you. Swim and fish in Lake Mälaren from your doorstep!

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6) Berga farmstay

Own apartment on first floor of main building with own entrance. Free to use the canoes and rowing boats. Only 25km from the city Nyköping.

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7) Utgården Bratteggen 

Situated in the beautiful Kallbyggden area with view over Lake Kallsjön and Åreskutan. More lakes, fishing, riding, hunting, and many other activities available in Åre nearby.

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8) Höö farmstay

Stay in one of the wonderful rooms and enjoy breakfast in the large living room with beautiful view. Boats and bicycles for hire and they even can arrange a picnic basket for your outing.

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9) Tega Farm cottage with bed & breakfast and fishing tourism

Tega farm is secluded with Vansjö village within sight. There are endless fields and meadows. We are close to forest and lake. Stay in our newly renovated cottage with wood-burning sauna. Book days and weeks of self-catering or bed and breakfast.

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