Fishing in
The top of Denmark
There are plenty of opportunities to get out and fish
Fantastic outdoor recreation
If you come without a fishing rod, there are many other exciting fishing experiences - life on the harbour, an early morning at the fish auction or the opportunity to buy fresh fish directly from the cutter. The kids will love fishing for crabs between the rocks. It's exciting for the whole family.
Coastal and pier fishing
Coastal anglers have a great time in Toppen af Danmark, because apart from conservation belts of 500 metres on either side of the rivers' mouths in the sea, there are good fishing opportunities everywhere. Coastal and pier fishing is for everyone. It's easy to do - so even the kids can join in. At the same time, the coast offers challenges for even the most experienced and passionate angler. From cosy co-fishing with a chance of plaice, cod, eel and sculpin to advanced fly fishing for salmon and sea trout, where waders and wading poles are part of the outfit. Or spin fishing for herring, mackerel and garfish when in season. This fishing takes place from the piers or in the harbour basins, where these fish species often come in. You have the entire long stretch of coastline at your disposal.
The chances of catching them are good, as many fish species come quite close to shore to feed, often within the reefs, where you don't have to be a super-caster to reach them. This includes sea trout, flatfish, small cod and eel. Perhaps even a minnow, in which case you should beware of its poisonous spines. On the other hand, it tastes delicious.
Fishing licence, minimum size and conservation
In Denmark, all anglers between the ages of 18 and 65 must redeem the state fishing licence (purchased online at fisketegn.dk), after which fishing from the shore and pier is free. Fishing in lakes and rivers requires either permission from the landowner or a fishing licence from the local angling association. Fishing in Put & Take lakes requires neither, but an access ticket.
A glorious day by lake and river
The water of the river flows lazily by. Flies buzz low over the surface of the water. A little way off, a brown trout breaks the surface and takes a fly - your fly - and the battle begins. The top of Denmark has a number of rivers with good trout fishing - including sea trout. However, fishing is not free, you need a fishing licence from the local angling association. The same goes for the natural lakes. Ask at the tourist office! More easily accessible are the many Put & Take fishing lakes, where the fishing is often very good.
Dig your own sandworms
It's easiest to dig your own sandworms in the shallow areas on the east coast. All you need is a garden fork or a tamping board - and to check dmi.dk for the next low tide. Choose a shallow spot with a sandy bottom. If the seabed is completely or partially dry at low tide, it's easiest to dig with a grab. Sandworm holes are easy to find because there is a small pile of "sand sausages" above the hole. If the water is a little deeper - to the knee or mid-thigh - you can stomp the sandworms. You need a board about 1 metre long with a string at one end. Step the board down over the sandworm tufts and stomp four or five times on the seabed with your foot and string. This causes the sandworms to escape from their holes, where you can catch them with a small net or a kitchen sieve. See more on Youtube. Search for Sandworms. The best places to dig or pump sandworms are south of Strandby Harbour, north of Frederikshavn Harbour, and south of Voerså Harbour. On the west coast it is difficult to dig sandworms, but both here and on the east coast you can often buy them in fishing tackle shops.
