Lake Angling in Nors Sø and Vandet Sø in Thy National Park
The two large lakes Nors Sø and Vandet Sø are both among the cleanest in the country.
They are so-called karst lakes, ie nutrient-poor lakes on calcareous bottoms, which have an inflow of water through cracks in the lime.
The lakes are over 20 meters deep, and are former sea bays, which were cordoned off during the land uplift since the Old Stone Age.
Nors Lake in Thy National Park is part of the Hanstholm Wildlife Reserve.
Nors Lake features a truly unique flora, as well as some interesting fish populations. Among them is the whitefish, which thrives in the clean, clear water. With a bit of luck, it can be caught alongside pike and perch. Waders are necessary, and all boating is prohibited.
Nors Bagsø is located in the southernmost part of Tved Plantation, near the northern shore of Nors Lake. The lake is deepest in the north. Here, you will find a handicap-accessible fishing platform with tables and benches. There is also a campfire site south of the lake. It's possible to catch pike, perch, and peaceful species like tench and bream. Fishing is free in this lake, but all caught fish should be released.
Vandet Lake is one of Thy’s most beautiful lakes and a popular destination for locals. Vandet Lake is similar to Nors Lake in terms of water quality and flora. It hosts good populations of perch, pike, whitefish, and peaceful species. Waders are necessary – and note that to get far enough out, wading is essential.
Fishing Rules for Nors and Vandet Lakes
Day permits for Vandet Lake and Nors Lake can be purchased at Thy Outdoor, Sennelsvej 2B, 3700 Thisted, phone: +45 9792 4508. thyoutdoor.dk
Day permits for Førby Lake + Faddersbølle River, Bromølle River, and Nors Lake can be purchased online via fiskekort.dk
The national fishing license (for all between age 18 and retirement) can be purchased online: Fisketegn
Remember to familiarize yourself with minimum sizes and closed seasons for different fish species. You can see them here: Minimum sizes and closed seasons
Read more about recreational fishing at the Danish Fisheries Agency
Learn more about fishing permits on state land at the Danish Nature Agency