Song fishing in Hallingdalselva

Hallingdalselva is a classic and easily accessible fishing area in Ål, suitable for both beginners and experienced anglers. The river offers exciting trout fishing in beautiful surroundings.

The river is dominated by trout, and several anglers have caught large fish, known as big trout weighing several kilos. Featherbills have also been observed in the area. The river has varied conditions, with both calm stretches and areas with currents, providing good opportunities for different types of fishing.

Fishing licence

Fishing licences can be purchased at inatur.no.

The fishing licence is valid for selected stretches of the Hallingdal river in Ål.

Fishing rules

Fishing licences apply to fishing with rods from the shore. Remember to take into account the risk of spreading infection.

Fishing tips

The Hallingdalselva river offers good opportunities for those who fish with worms or flies, but both lures and spinners can also be effective. Many of the local fishermen regularly get good catches, and it's often more about technique than equipment. To succeed here, you need to know the river, and the methods you read about from foreign fishing spots don't necessarily work as well in Ål.

Car park

Hallingdalselva in Ål is easily accessible from the E134 motorway. Several fishing spots are close to the road, and there are car parks at various points along the river.

Proposal

Accommodation

Along the Hallingdalselva river you'll find several good places to spend the night. Topcamp Hallingdal is centrally located with a short distance to both the river and activities. Ål Camping and Torpedo are also great options for those who want to stay close to the fishing spots.

Fishing etiquette

  1. Think safety in everything you do as an angler
  2. Treat your fish with respect
  3. Show moderation
  4. Leave as little trace as possible
  5. Consider other nature users
  6. Learn first aid
  7. Get home safely
  8. Be proud to be a fisherman

About the spot

50m
1 min
Trout

Fishing etiquette

  1. Think safety in everything you do as an angler
  2. Treat your fish with respect
  3. Show moderation
  4. Leave as little trace as possible
  5. Consider other nature users
  6. Learn first aid
  7. Get home safely
  8. Be proud to be a fisherman