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Fishing Reports
Fishing Report Denmark, Europe
October 03, 2003
Posted by Ripley Davenport, Presterno Fishing
Christiansfeld, DK-6070 DENMARK
Email: presterno@mail.com
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Let’s face it. Denmark will
soon rate along side Alaska,
Scotland, Norway or Scotland
when it comes to fly
fishing. It’s a country so
small that in any standard
atlas, it resembles a blip
that without the aid of a
microscope - if you hadn’t
planned on looking for it -
you probably wouldn’t notice
it. But don’t let that fool
you. Have you heard that
size isn’t everything and
it’s what you can do with it
that counts?
Well, Denmark has it’s own
unique qualities and unless
you are seeking something
different, then you’ll
certainly overlook it’s
charm. With over 7,500km of
varied coastline, an angler
can find solitude with ease.
A contrast filled landscape,
green fields all roll down
to the stones on the waters
edge which are worn like the
steps on some lost tomb.
Since the beginning of time,
the sea has always attracted
people. For the angler, it
becomes a secret domain that
always offers a challenge
and the chance to catch
something bigger and
smarter. Whether it is the
open coast, fjord, estuary
or shallow flat, all
locations will provide the
finest saltwater conditions
at any time of the year with
a chance of catching and
landing Europe’s strongest
and largest sea run brown
trout.
Since the early 1980’s the
sea trout population has
gone from strength to
strength all due to efforts
of local fishermen and some
responsible politicians.
Rivers through Denmark have
been cleaned, obstacles
removed and gravel
introduced to aid the
spawning runs. Sea trout fry
are artificially released on
a regular basis in most, if
not all Danish waters
courses by members of local
fishing clubs and main
authorities, namely Fyns Amt
Sea Trout Eldorado Project
on the island of Fyn.
The future for sea trout in
Denmark looks promising and
undoubtedly, in time other
countries and organisations
will catch this positive
virus and follow in
Denmark’s footsteps.
Today, Denmark is in the
front line of preserving and
restoring the future
generations of the sea run
brown trout. Having the
strongest and largest
specimens of sea trout in
Europe and probably the
world, the fruits of every
project and hard labour of
every individual involved,
know the results and the
rewards are out there.
Well, it’s been a while I
know, but at this time of
year, one’s time is best
spend by the water rather
than in front of the
computer as we enter one of
the most exciting times of
the year for Grayling and
indeed, Sea Run Brown Trout.
The coastal temperatures
have decreased averaging
14oC making conditions
perfect as some Sea Trout
begin to feed before their
spawning runs. Nothing can
compare to that crisp early
morning air and the sound of
a screaming reel paying out
fly line.
The entire areas of south
eastern Jutland and the
coasts of Fyn are seeing
bumper catches throughout
the day and well into the
night. Marine life is
evident in the shallows
offering perfect feeding
conditions enabling the
angler to hook most, if not
all, Sea Trout in just a few
feet of water.
Fishing for Sea Run Brown
Trout in Denmark takes
patience, skill and a little
luck. These unpredictable
fish are a law unto
themselves and follow no set
routine that would guarantee
a tight line. Pity really.
Little can compare to the
thrill of feeling that pull
as a sea trout aggressively
takes the fly or lure
followed by the scream of
the reel as line is
stripped, commonly, well
into the backing. The silver
torpedo darting through the
crystal waters requires
concentration and quick
reactions or the trout will
win the battle and one’s ego
will be deflated in an
instant. But that’s the
attraction why fly fishing
salt in Denmark has become a
popular and diverse sport
open to new ideas an methods.
So without further pause…
Here are some of the many
reports I have.
The areas from Genner Bugt
up to Kelstrup Strand are
seeing some good catches.
Most fish averaging 50cm and
wearing their spawning coat.
The largest fish taken in
the past 2 weeks has been
74cm just 2 km north of Halk
Hoved.
Sandersvig and the area up
to Gravenshoved has, as
always, been excellent at
times. However, it’s an area
to avoid at times with the
overwhelming turn out of
anglers standing shoulder to
shoulder along the short
stretch of coastline. Sea
Trout here are very shy and
easily scared.
Stenderup and the entire
south coast of Kolding Fjord
is very good fishing,
especially the area around
to Nørreskov with the deep
water close to shore.
Wedellsborg Hoved heating up
and the south coast of the
peninsula has been fantastic
and given the turn out of
anglers on the northern
shores, I would opt for the
south. The area around the
Rørdam is fishing very well
with Sea Trout reaching 2kg.
Cod are also being taken
close to darkness and the
fight these critters give,
can rate high.
The northern shore around
Båring Vig have been fair
with most fish being taken
around darkness.
Æbelø has been outstanding.
It’s hard to describe this
place in words with the
amount of fish landed and
indeed the scenery that
surrounds the area. A well
recommended spot.
Odense Fjord and the
entrance to Gabet also very
good. Some fish have peaked
70cm. The river has seen
great results and positive
runs. Salmon are even
running into the OdenseÅ.
The rivers of south Jutland
have been excellent with
regard to Garyling. Although
the water is running clear
and low, rising after noon
is incredible. Grayling are
rising in pools and normally
holding 10+ fish averaging
25cm. Dry fly is taking
well, and nymph not overly
productive during the day.
Early morning is great for
picking up the odd rouge
Brown Trout. I took a guest
out to the Kongeåen and
between us we took over 10
Grayling and 4 nice Browns.
The largest Grayling topped
40cm. We even took a Roach
on fly!
Be aware the rivers close on
November 1st so getting in a
session on the rivers is
advised. Grayling are in
their peak. NørreÅ, GramÅ,
GelsÅ are all having great
Grayling rises in the
afternoon. Again, dry fly
are recommended.
Due to the overwhelming
year, Presterno Fishing have
reduced the prices on all
fishing holidays by as much
as 40% for the 2004 season.
Go on line at:
www.presterno.com for
details and book early.
Daily guiding is available
365 days a year. River
guiding is closed between
November 1st and April 1st,
2004.
New fishing holidays will be
added in the new year with
some exciting attractions
being added. Stay tuned
folks…
Tight lines
Ripley Davenport
Presterno Fishing
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