Angling in the Gudenå River in Denmark

Angling in the Lake District

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Would you like to fish in lakes, streams, rivers or rather at a Put & Take? Everything is possible in the beautiful Søhøjlandet, which surrounds Denmark's Outdoor Capital Silkeborg. There are fish for every taste: pike, perch, zander, roach, bream, tench, sea trout, eel - and much more.

Angling in lakes

Imagine the tranquillity of a mirror-like lake in the first rays of the morning sun, fishing rod in hand and the sounds of nature as your only background music. In the Lake District Søhøjlandet, you will find some of Denmark's most beautiful lakes, where you can cast your line and feel the excitement when a perch, pike or zander takes the bait. 

The lakes offer variety and challenges for both beginners and experienced anglers – from quiet, idyllic waters to larger lakes with rich fishing opportunities

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Borre Lake in the danish Lake District

Borre Lake, which beautifully lies near the nearby Brassø and Julsø, is one of the hidden treasures for anglers in Denmark. This scenic aquatic area is known for its rich population of fish and the co...

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Ørnsø Fiskesø
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Ørnsø Fiskesø

Ørnsø Fiskesø is located in a scenic area, close to the center of Silkeborg. The lake has an area of approx. 7,000 m2, and a water depth of 5 meters - which is therefore suitable for fly fishing.

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Fishing in Brassø
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Fishing in Brassø

Brassø is part of the Silkeborg Lakes, through which the Gudenå River also flows. The lake offers excellent fishing opportunities where you can catch pike, perch and bream. As the lake is surrounded b...

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Fishing in Silkeborg Langsø
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Fishing in Silkeborg Langsø

Silkeborg Langsø is located in the centre of Silkeborg. It is surrounded by beautiful nature and lively town life.

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Put & Take

If you're looking for a little extra action, try Put & Take fishing in Søhøjlandet. Fish are regularly stocked here, so the chances of getting a bite are high - perfect for families, beginners and anyone who wants to take their catch home with them. 

The Put & Take lakes are located in scenic surroundings and offer an extra dimension to your fishing: short distances to the fish, cosy breaks on the shore and an experience that brings generations together by the water.

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Tollundgaard Put and Take
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Tollundgaard Put and Take

Tollundgaard Put-and-Take is one of Denmark’s oldest angling lakes. The angling lake was opened in 1982 in the existing Lake Tollund sø. The lake has since been expanded to around 60,000 m². The lake’...

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Vrads Put & Take
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Vrads Put & Take

Vrads Put & Take is situated in scenic surroundings.

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Resenbro Put and Take
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Resenbro Put and Take

Resenbro Put and Take is located in the scenic Lake District between Silkeborg and Gjern, roughly 1.5 km from Jyllandsringen Camping.

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Gudenåen ved Randers

Angling in the Gudenå River

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