Sportfiskarna Trollhättan/Vänersborg

Göta river - Sweden's largest river - was once widely famous for wild nature, dramatic falls and rapids, and not least for giant salmon and large trout.

The northern part of the river stretches from the Vargön power station in the north, to the Strömkarlsbron-Malgöbron-Klaffbron in Trollhättan in the south.

In the river channel itself, fishing is mainly focused on coarse pike, perch and zander, as well as large-grown lake trout. The first-mentioned trio is mainly found along the still-flowing sections, while the trout are concentrated in the streams in Vargön, Stallbacka and Trollhättan.

Along the entire stretch there are also eels and lakers. In the wide vegetation belts at Karlsberg, large quantities of carp thrive, to the delight of the meter!

The northern part also includes Karl's grave between Gropbron in Vänersborg and Brinkeberg hill. An approx. 5 km long channel that is used especially for competition fishing.

New fishing rules regarding pike and pike from 2025

Pike-perch
Peacekeeping: During playtime, 25/4 - 31/5, Gös must be carefully reintroduced.
Other times the following applies:
Minimum dimensions: 45 cm
Maximum dimensions: 65 cm
Goose over 65cm must be carefully released back.
A maximum of 2 walleyes per day within 45-65 cm may be kept.
Mandatory catch reporting of Gös to Fiskeshopen. Phone: 0520-361 15

Pike
Maximum dimensions: 80 cm
Pike over 80 cm must be carefully released back.
A maximum of 2 pike per day, under 80 cm, may be kept.