Fishing in Skagern
Lake Skagern, south of Kristinehamn, is one of Sweden’s richest sport fishing lakes. Here you can catch perch, zander, pike, trout, burbot and Arctic char.
The fishing area includes: Stora Skagern and Lilla Skagern, connected by a navigable channel. Fishing must take place at least 200 meters from shore and 100 meters from larger islands. See map on iFiske.
Fishing permits
Buy your permit in Kristinehamn at:
🎫 There are day, week and year permits. Fishing is free for children and youth under 18, but a free permit must be registered on iFiske.
Fish species and rules
Skagern offers excellent opportunities for pike, zander, perch, trout, burbot and Arctic char. The lake is deep and clear – great for trolling, spinning and vertical jigging.
📌 Key rules:
Zander protection period: April 15 – June 15
All trout and salmon must be released
Perch: max 38 cm (max 10/day)
Pike: 50–75 cm (max 2/day)
Zander: 50–70 cm (max 4/day)
Trolling allowed (up to 10 rods/boat)
👉 More rules are available on iFiske.
Tips and respect
Boat ramps available in Skagersvik and Otterberget. Help keep the lake clean and respect nature, other visitors, and all regulations.
👉 Read more about fishing in Kristinehamn
Nature and Swedish law
Sweden has a unique law called Allemansrätten – the Right of Public Access – which allows everyone to enjoy nature. But it also comes with responsibilities.
👉 Learn more about Allemansrätten here
Skagern is a lake and Sweden's eighteenth largest lake.
The fishing area includes: Stora Skagern and Lilla Skagern
Fishing waters - Skagern
, Kristinehamn
Take route 26 south from Kristinehamn.
