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Ice fishing

Discover the old winter tradition of Ice fishing.
Learn about this fascinating activity with our local guide on the ice fishing tour in Piteå.
See if you can catch your own from under the ice!

What to Expect?
You will meet your guide on location. Together you will go out on the ice, your guide will share all information about ice safety, the tradition of ice fishing and more. When your guide decided the perfect spot for that day, you will settle down.
First thing that needs to be done; drilling a hole in the ice. This hole will give you access to the fish underneath the ice.
You will use a special fishing rod specific for ice fishing.

While you wait for your big catch your guide will provide you with a warm drink and snack to keep your comfortable.
Ice fishing is a perfect way to get a feeling about the local way of living, as this is a very populair activity for locals during the winter.

Good to know

Season

Winter

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Updated: 16 June 2026

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Piteå turistcenter

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