Sturgeon Fishing
Catch & Release
A fun and challenging experience, where patience is rewarded with an exciting fight. Our largest sturgeon weighs approx. 75 kg.
How to fish for sturgeon
Sturgeon is a slow-growing fish that can live up to 100 years. It swims along the bottom, hunting for its food – which is why you should fish at the bottom. It sucks in its prey by protruding its mouth like a vacuum cleaner.
Sturgeon fishing requires heavy-duty equipment – rod, line, and reel that meet our rules. You can find everything for sturgeon fishing in our tackle shop, or you can rent a pre-rigged rod for only DKK 60.
When a sturgeon bites, it's often revealed by small tugs on the rod tip – strike immediately. Sturgeon fight hard and provide an intense, action-packed battle.
Why are sturgeon released?
- •They serve as an attractive sport fish.
- •They grow slowly and are expensive to stock.
- •They are not intended as food fish.
- •They can live in the lake for many years.
Rules for sturgeon fishing
Catch & Release
Sturgeon must always be released. Theft or killing will result in a charge of DKK 800 per kg, police report, and permanent ban.
Rods & Reels
The rod must have a minimum casting weight of 80g. A heavy-duty reel, at least size 6000, with a drag force of 11 kg or more.
Line
The main line must be at least 0.50 mm monofilament line or 0.30 mm braided line.
Leader
The outermost 2 metres must be monofilament/fluorocarbon or other soft material of at least 0.50 mm.
Hooks
Single barbless hook, minimum size 1/0. No circle hooks are permitted.
Handling
The sturgeon is lifted by grasping the tail root with one hand, while the other hand supports it under the belly. The maximum lifting height is 50 cm. The fish must always be handled on one of our free loan mats for unhooking or in the water.
Sturgeon species in Poppelsøen
Beluga Sturgeon
The largest of all sturgeon species. Can grow to enormous size and is highly sought after.
White Sturgeon
Known for its light colour and strong fights. A favourite among sturgeon anglers.
Siberian Sturgeon
A robust species that thrives well in our lake and provides a good fight.
Diamond Sturgeon
Named after its diamond-shaped scales. Beautiful and powerful.
Hviluga Sturgeon
Our largest sturgeon weighs about 75 kg and belongs to this species. A cross between white and beluga.
Starry Sturgeon
Elegant species with characteristic star-like patterns.
Everything you need for sturgeon fishing
Sturgeon Kit
We offer a wide selection of high-quality sturgeon kits – at the right price.
from DKK 999
Westin W3 Powersturgeon 2nd 5lb
designed specifically for large and hard-fighting sturgeon
DKK 1,299
Bait
Herring pieces or smelt
DKK 35
SFG Sturgeon Weighing Sling G2 + 200 kg digital scale
Weigh the very largest sturgeon in the best way with this weighing sling. Stable digital scale that goes up to 200 kg.
DKK 999
Penn Fierce IV 8000
Sublime baitrunner reel for the very largest sturgeon
DKK 1,149
Madcat Pellet Hook Link 16X
Made of 16 HMPE fibres, ensuring super mobile and smooth properties. Available in several sizes from 0.65 mm.
DKK 99Ready to try sturgeon fishing?
Come by Poppelsøen and experience the thrill of catching a sturgeon. We have all the equipment and good advice ready for you in the shop.