Angling at Simested Å
Simested Å winds gently through the landscape, offering anglers a calm and peaceful fishing experience. The water is clear, with excellent opportunities to catch fish – especially trout.
The name Simested Å is well known among Danish sea trout anglers. The river varies between 4 and 8 metres in width, and the water flow provides a steady to good current for most of the year. Along the association’s stretch, there are many deep pools, and careful nature management has created optimal conditions with plenty of natural hiding places for the fish.
In addition to being an excellent sea trout river, Simested Å also supports a strong population of brown trout. Fly fishing is particularly popular in May, when the long, light summer evenings set the scene for peaceful hours along the riverbank.
The stock of rainbow trout is limited, but every year a few fish are caught – often in sizes that deliver a powerful and memorable fight.
Fishing here is complemented by rich nature experiences. The river winds through a beautiful landscape where roe deer, hares and foxes are frequently seen. Otters also inhabit the area, and along the river you will encounter a diverse birdlife. The kingfisher may suddenly flash past as a streak of blue, snipe drum in the meadow grasses, and herons stand patiently along the banks.
Fishing Stretches and Access
Ålestrup Angling Association manages many kilometres of excellent fishing water along Simested Å.
Click on the map to view the full stretch. Areas marked in red are closed to fishing. Red circles indicate parking areas along the river.
Please respect the designated parking areas and park only where indicated.
Fishing season: 1 March to 31 October
Rules
The membership card is strictly personal and must be shown on request to landowners or authorised inspectors.
The cardholder must present their bag for inspection upon request.
The membership card must be carried at all times; failure to do so will result in immediate removal from the river.
Respect private property and leave no litter such as food packaging, fishing gear, bottles or cans.
Signs and barriers must be respected.
Members may set a maximum of 5 hook lines, which must be supervised at all times.
Dogs are not permitted along the river.
The angler is responsible for knowing the boundaries of the association’s waters and any local protected areas.
Minimum sizes:
Sea trout: 40 cm
Brown trout: 35 cm
Pike: 60 cm (pike protected until 1 May)
Eel: 38 cm
Ide: 36 cm
A maximum of 2 fish per day per member may be retained (applies to sea trout and brown trout).
Violations will result in confiscation of the fishing permit.
Closed seasons:
1 November to 1 March
Downstream-migrating trout are fully protected and must not be retained.
Failure to observe closed seasons or special regulations will result in immediate expulsion from the association. Any future membership must be approved by the board.
Fishing Licence
In addition to the national Danish fishing licence, a local fishing permit is required to fish in Simested Å.
The local permit can be purchased at various outlets. For more information and prices, visit: www.aalestrup-lystfisker.dk