Passionate fly fisher or just in the mood for some simple brook fishing? Årefjällen and its surroundings have something for anglers of all levels. If you’re heading to Åre to fish, or fancy a fishing trip while you’re here, you can either head out on your own or book a guided fishing experience with one of our activity companies.
For the best advice and up-to-date information on fishing conditions and what bait to use, your best bet is to head over to Fjällsport in Duved. Here, you can swap fishing secrets with other keen anglers and get seasonal tips. And once you’re ready to head out, don’t forget to have your fishing permit!
Get your permit
You can purchase fishing licences for the various fishing areas around Åre in several places. Not everyone sells for all waters, but Fjällsport always knows who sells which licences for each water.
FJÄLLSPORT, central Duved, 0647-261 00
IFISKE.se offers digital fishing licences, also available as a free app on the App Store and Google Play.
ONLINE: local licences for Åre through Ifiske.
VIA NATUREIT: for waters managed by the County Administrative Board (Länsstyrelsen).
Be sure to check recommendations on which fish to keep, and always fish with consideration to ensure healthy, sustainable fish stocks for future generations.
You can find more information about rules, recommendations and restrictions at the local fishing areas and the County Administrative Board.
Fish with a guide
Regardless of whether you’re an experienced fisher, a beginner or anything in between, a guided tour is a great experience. It’s not always easy to find the right spots or know what bait or which gear to use. A guide can help you with all of that, especially as they know every rook and eddy in the local waters.
Here are a few tips on where to find your local fishing guide:
Trillevallen in southern Årefjällen
The companies below to find your perfect fishing adventure and for other fun activities to fill your days in Åre.
Trout fishing on lake Åre, guided by Explore Åre.
Photo: Explore Åre
Explore fishing in Åre
Fjällsport
Sports- and fishing store with a wide range of articles. Fishing licenses and boat rental. During summer guided fishing tours and fly fishing courses.
Explore Åre
Explore Åre offers a wide range of adventures from traditional activities such as fishing & snowshoeing to snowbiking, zorbing & SUP.
Åreguiderna
Wide range of activities. Summer – downhill, XC, fly fishing, hiking & SUP. Winter – offpist, cross country skiing, snowmobile tours & snowshoeing.
Åre Nature Adventures
Guided adventure tours all year round. Summer: SUP, moose safari, fishing. Winter: snowshoeing, snow quad, dog sledding, northen light tours.
