Fishing in Møre og Romsdal

Norway is one of few countries in the world where you can see fjords. In the western part of the country there are so many that the region has become known as Fjord Norway. Surrounded by gorgeous mountains, some of which are over 1,000 metres high, it is no wonder that lots of people visit the area just to experience the nature. Those who are into fishing have another reason to go there – the fjords are swarming with fish.

The county of Møre og Romsdal is situated in the northern part of Fjord Norway, between the Nordfjord in the south and the island of Smøla in the north. Most of Norway’s common fish species are represented here: cod, halibut, saithe, ling, tusk, pollack, redfish, haddock, wolffish and whiting. In the summer you can add mackerel and hake to the list.

It is also worth bringing your fishing rod to the inner parts of the fjords, where you can find plenty of saithe in the summer - for example in the Romsdalsfjord, which is one of the most biodiverse fjords of Norway. Another highlight in Møre og Romsdal is the rivers, some of which are considered the best salmon rivers in Norway. There are also numerous lakes full of tasty trout and char.