Fishing
FishingHelsinki is a maritime city with good fishing facilities. Explore Helsinki’s fishing grounds, the best fishing spots and fishing permits and rules.
On this site
Water areas in Helsinki and a map of fishing waters, tips on fishing spots
Instructions on when you need a fishing permit, purchasing a permit and prices
Guidelines for fishing in fishing waters, nature reserves and the Vanhankaupunginkoski rapids, and restrictions on fishing
Fisheries control in Helsinki and contact information
KatuKala Helsinki – grab your rod and get going!
Did you know that right in the middle of Helsinki you can catch perch after work or head out for an evening walk with a fishing rod? KatuKala Helsinki makes urban fishing easy and appealing for everyone. KatuKala Helsinki is all about low-threshold recreation: a quick escape from everyday life and the opportunity to experience the familiar city from a completely new perspective. At the same time, you’ll get to know Helsinki’s nature and fishing waters and meet new fishing buddies.
Going fishing? Remember to bring your fishing permit with you.
Always carry your fishing permit with you when you go fishing. Tip: Take copies of the permits and place them in your car, lure pack, wallet and fishing jacket pocket. If the permit is only in digital form, make sure that your phone has battery remaining.
You can also find this page at hel.fi/fishing