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River Breiddalsa - Trout fishing beat

River Breiddalsa is the only notable salmon river in the East fiords of Iceland.

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Apart from the salmon, there is a lot of sea run arctic char in the Breiddalsa, mostly in the lower part. Many are of fine size, 2-4 pounds.
The upper part of the Breiddalsa has some fine early summer brown trout fishing as well.

The fishing is open for up to six rods at a time in May and June, then three rods at a time from July to the end of the season.

In 2009 approx 640 sea run arctic char and brown trout were landed.

The river Breiddalsa trout fishing beat offer varied fly fishing with nymphs being productive, also wet flies and streamers as well as dry flies when conditions allow.

Spinning as well as worm is also allowed.

Accommodation included in May & June:


The fabulous Breiddalsa lodge placed near the banks of the river offers a spectacular view over the river and surrounding high jagged mountain peaks across the valley.
Self catering facilities. Full board services can be provided.

Lodge features are for example:

  • 8 double bedrooms,including one master suite

  • TV and internet connections in every room

  • Sauna and hot Jaccuzzi

  • Comfortable Super Deluxe beds

  • Spacious sitting and dining room, including a feature fireplace, with panoramic views.

Accommodation in July , August & September:

Hotel Stağarborg. 
Hotel Blafell.

TRAVEL:

By air: Reykjavik - Egilsstadir, approx 60 minutes, followed by one hour scenic drive to the lodge.
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Driving: Main road. Reykjavik - river Breiddalsa, approx 8 hours.

For further details concerning pricing & availability

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