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Fishing at the Northcoast

Photo: Tine Uffelmann

The North Coast of Zealand offers high-quality fishing in many forms. Along the coast that’s over 100 kilometres long, you can fish for the sought-after sea trout, take a boat out for cod or spend time with family or friends fishing at ‘put and takes’ or from the harbours and jetties.

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Tips and tricks for success

Mand fisker i havet ved Øresund med Kronborg i baggrunden

Sea trout fishing

The North Coast is known for having beautiful scenery, oftentimes harsh weather and large sea trout. Fishing here is not always easy, but the rewards can be great. Although there are many fish here, you should prepare to cast many lines. But there’s a lot you can do to enhance your chances...

Fisk holdes i to hænder og er fanget i Nordsjælland

Coastal fishing/Harbour and jetty fishing

Some of the best fishing spots can be found in harbours and along jetties. The jetties are usually made of large stones where prey and fish can hide inside.

Mand og hund fisker ved en sø og kigger efter tang på en fiskekrog

Put and take

Put and take fishing is a fun way to spend a day with your family or friends. In the vast majority of put and take lakes, fish are restocked several times a week.

Fiskekrog i sølv holdes i luften foran Kronborg Slot.

Fishing license

If you are between the ages of 18-65 you MUST have a valid fishing licence when you fish in Denmark. Read the rules and buy it here

Mand står med ryggen til i blæsevejr og fisker i havet

Weather conditions

Are your chances better when it’s sunny or when it’s raining? What about water temperature and water levels? There are many factors to consider.

Fisk holdes i to hænder og er fanget i Nordsjælland

Local guides, fishing clubs and tackle shops

As a beginner, it’s important to have a good fishing experience.

Kvinder fisker

Good fishing etiquette – basic rules, etc.

When enjoying recreational fishing in North Zealand, there are many written and unwritten rules that must be respected.

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