New exciting fishing opportunity
May 27, 2025
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This spring, a new fishing area opened on the east bank of the Ölfusá River, in the land of Laugardælir and the golf course in Selfoss. Good trout fishing is
South Iceland
Photo credit: Veiðibúð Suðurlands
Fishing season
Baits allowed
Flies, Spinner
Maximum fishing rods
2 rods
Fishing limits
1 fish per rod/day
Guidance
Available
Accessibility
For beginners, Easy access, Requires permission
Price range for fishing rods
For half a day
6000 ISK to 15000 ISK
Description
This is a relatively new fishing area located on the east bank of river Ölfusá, in the land of Laugardælir and the golf course of Selfoss. In the spring, the fishing is mainly for sea trout and some Arctic char as well. Salmon begin migrating through the area in mid-June, with their numbers increasing upon their arrival in July. All the salmon, including those from Sogið, Stóra Laxá and Tungufljót, that are migrating upstream pass through this area. Sea trout rerurn in the autumn and can be fished until October. The fishing area is diverse and offers ample opportunities, with a long bank suitable for just two rods. It is possible to do some serious fishing here. On average, anglers catch around 2-6 fish per day, but some have landed up to a dozen fish.
Fishing rules
Each rod is allowed to take one fish, but during the spring fishing, all salmon must be released. To register your catch, please visit “Veiðibúð Suðurlands” or call
The rule is that two rods are sold together. However, it is possible to buy a single rod if it remains unsold the day before the fishing
The fishing seasons are:
Spring: April 1st – June 10th (day permit from 10.000 – 27.000 ISK)
Summer and autumn: June 15th – October 20th (day permit 27.000 ISK)
Half days are available and the price range under the symbol above is based on that
Directions
Services nearby
Nearest cities
Selfoss is in a short distance from the fishing area
Restaurants
It is convenient to pick up refreshments in Selfoss
About the fishing license
Veiðibúð Suðurlands, Austurvegi 22 in Selfoss t: (+354) 662-5320
Schedule
Morning shift
Evening shift
Location
South Iceland
Popular flies
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