    Photos: Copyright © Uppsala Turist & Kongress Fishing in UpplandUppland is famous for its salmon and trout fishing and there are plenty of opportunities for anyone interested in fishing. The fishing is very varied. You have sea fishing in Roslagen, big lake fishing in the lake Mälaren, fishing in river in Dalälven and all the small lakes and streams fishing. All with their kinds of species and fishing methods. Check with local tourist information. Fishing licences may be required in lakes and rivers. Älvkarleby sports fishing centre comes very highly recommended. ÄlvkarlebyThe town is 25 km south-east of Gävle. At Älvkarleby the "Dalälven" splits into three tributaries only to merge again after the mighty waterfalls. Salmon has been fished here ever since the middle ages. It is the sportsfishing centre of Uppland. Älvkarleby has the best trout waters in Europe, 10 tonnes are caught every year but you can also fish salmon, bass, pike etc. The sportfishing centre also has Europe´s only sportsfishing museum. There are number of hotels, youth hostels and campinggrounds available and they are often situated on the waterfront. For bookings and further information call the following numbers;Fiskekontoret, Älvkarleby, Phone: 026-729 16 Fax: 026-72130  Useful information Quiz game Contents About... E-mail |