The Icelandic highlands offer numerous fishing areas that attract anglers, many of which have gained popularity in recent years. One reason for their growing popularity is the rise in permit
What is the fishing pressure in Icelandic salmon rivers? What percentage of the salmon that migrates the rivers is caught? What is this ratio? Fisheries scientist Sigurður Már Einarsson’s research
Iceland has several fishing areas that are known for char or trout fishing, but salmon can also be caught there. These areas are usually located downstream in a water system
Some passionate anglers struggle to wait for spring and summer when the rivers open. Many of them spend their time tying flies, while others enjoy reading fishing magazines or books.
The website Veiðiheimar has been active for approximately 4 years. Initially, it was only in Icelandic, but an English version was added in 2023. Its usage has been steadily increasing,
The documentary “Árnar þagna” by Óskar Pál Sveinsson has garnered significant praise and raised concerns among viewers. The film vividly portrays the impact of sea cage farming on wild salmon
The performance of the most famous sea trout rivers varied this summer. Fishing in the river Tungulækur was significantly better than last year. There was a 46% increase in fishing
A new operator, Fish Partner ehf, is assuming control of the Blanda River and will be responsible for agency sales. The company has taken control of the river at a
The salmon fishing season in Iceland ended last month in the natural salmon rivers, but fishing is still ongoing in the East and West Rangá rivers. The final numbers from
