Rules and local guidelines
The River Skjern Association – fishing regulations
You must pay for your salmon licence, fishing map and fishing permit before you begin fishing. A salmon licence can only be obtained by people aged 18 and over. A mandatory fishing permit can only be obtained by people between 18 and 65 years of age.
You can read more about fishing rules, good tips and tricks on the River Skjern Association website.
Salmon fever around the River Skjern
Every year, fishing enthusiasts from all over Northern Europe travel to the streams around Herning to get a unique experience in the great outdoors and to go in search of the perfect catch.
Kenny Frost is one of those fishing enthusiasts. Early in the morning during the salmon season, which runs from 16th April to 15th October, he can often be found somewhere along the River Skjern with his fishing rod in hand. You may also find his seven colleagues from the Danish Centre for Wild Salmon, who are all passionate anglers. Read the article.
Opening-Day Salmon contest
The annual fishery opening event, which is held on 16th April, brings many anglers to Herning from far and wide. The main attraction of the event is the opening contest, which sees anglers compete to catch the largest salmon in the river. The winner is then given the honour of placing a large rock in the river. The rock creates a stand for salmon-fishing which, apart from becoming a known fishing spot, will also be named after the winner.