Jyväskylä
Fishing Guide to Jyväskylä
Jyväskylä is the largest city in Central Finland, surrounded by hundreds of lakes. This makes it a true angler's paradise with plenty to explore and fish.
Most Popular Fishing Spots
- Lake Päijänne: Finland's second-largest lake, offering incredibly diverse fishing opportunities.
- Lake Keitele: Another large and fish-rich lake near Jyväskylä.
- Kuokkalankoski Rapids: A rapids area near the city center, popular among fly fishermen.
Fish Species
You can catch many different fish species in the waters of Jyväskylä:
- Brown Trout: Especially the pride of Lake Päijänne and Lake Keitele.
- Zander: A common and popular game fish.
- Pike: Large specimens can be found in all lakes.
- Perch: The national fish of Finland, found in abundance.
Permits and Regulations
Always remember to check the current fishing permits and regulations. You will generally need a fisheries management fee and a permit from the water area owner. Rapids fishing spots often have their own special permits.
