Jönköpings län · Sweden

Rusken

Rusken is a fishing water in Småland. This page connects target species, permits, boat options and nearby accommodation. Coordinates are for trip orientation; official providers define boundaries and current rules.

57.255° N · 14.358° E
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Water type
Lake
Permit
Local fishing permit
Price from
100,00 SEK
Boat
No confirmed boat option
km²
34.6
Rules & closed seasons

Rules & closed seasons

⚠️ Key rules at a glance
  • It is prohibited to fish at Långö power station.
  • Fishing at depths greater than 8 m is prohibited.
  • It is prohibited to fish at the meditation site in Ohs.
  • Maximum 2 rods per card / person.
  • Pike-perch caught must be a minimum of 40 cm in length and maximum 70 cm.
  • For each fishing permit, a maximum of 4 (four) fish of the pike/pike-perch species may be retained per day.
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Rusken FVO This fishing license entitles the holder to fish using the following device: All permits authorise fishing with 2 (two) hand-held fishing instruments per holder, and one equipped with a lure/wobbler/ jig/fly, or, for angling, a hook. The permit is also valid for 10 (ten) fish-hooks in conjunction with ice fishing. For each fishing permit, a maximum of 4 (four) fish of the pike/pike-perch species may be retained per day. Family permits are valid for spouses, common-law spouses and the holder’s own children up to the age of 18. Maximum 2 rods per card / person. When fishing with hand-held equipment, only one permit may be used per fisherman each day. It is prohibited to fish at Långö power station. This includes an area extending to a 500 metre radius from the mouth of the river into Lake Rusken, effective from 15 April to 25 May, inclusive. Pike-perch caught must be a minimum of 40 cm in length and maximum 70 cm. Fishing at depths greater than 8 m is prohibited. The permit does not authorise crayfishing. The permit is personal, may not be transferred and must always be carried when fishing and displayed when requested. It is prohibited to fish at the meditation site in Ohs. This includes an area extending to a 200 metre radius around the site. The holder’s rights shall cease immediately in the event of infringements, and any fees paid will not be refunded. Offenders will be prosecuted. Those found in breach of current fishing regulations shall be subject to a charge. Fishermen are individually liable to ensure compliance with the regulations in effect within the area. Visit www.ruskenfiske.se and www.ifiske.se

Checked: 23.08.2026 · Source: iFiske

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Stays & fishing services near Rusken

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Värnamo Camping Prostsjön

Campsite · ★ 8.7/10 (122)

⛺ Tents · Caravans

⏰ Jun 11-Aug 16 08:00-22:00 open "full service" || May 01-Sep 14 00:00-24:00 open "basic service"

🎣 Angling on site
Power hookupShowerToiletWi-Fi
20,2 km from the water Source checked: 05.09.2026

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Stugknuten

Torp, stuga i Lammhult, Småland

Holiday home or accommodation

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🎣 Angling on site🎣 Boat rental
SwimmingShowerToilet

≈ from 700 SEK/day · 4.900 SEK/week

20,4 km from the water Source checked: 21.07.2026

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Stugknuten

Stuga i Småland nära sjö och skog

Holiday home or accommodation · ★ 10.0/10 (6)

⚓ Boat rental nearby

🎣 Boat rental🎣 Angling on site
Wi-FiSwimmingShowerToilet

from 1.000 SEK/day · 7.000 SEK/week

20,5 km from the water Source checked: 21.07.2026

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Stugknuten

Ljuvligt sjöläge med plats för lek

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🎣 Boat rental🎣 Angling on site
Wi-FiSwimmingShowerToilet

≈ from 1.000 SEK/day · 7.000 SEK/week

22,1 km from the water Source checked: 21.07.2026

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villa-vilan.com

Äppellund Holiday Home

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Wi-Fi
22,5 km from the water Source checked: 06.09.2026

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Visit Sweden

Stuga Ekkulle - Storslagna vyer

Holiday home or accommodation

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22,6 km from the water Source checked: 31.08.2026

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Visit Sweden

Hütte Äppellund – Bullerby-Atmosphäre

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22,6 km from the water Source checked: 31.08.2026

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villa-vilan.com

Ekkulle Holiday Home

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Wi-Fi
22,6 km from the water Source checked: 06.09.2026

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Camping

Campsite

⛺ Tents

24,1 km from the water Source checked: 05.09.2026

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savsjo.se

Sävsjö Camping & Vandrarhem

Campsite

⛺ Tents · Caravans

Power hookupShowerToiletWi-Fi
24,7 km from the water Source checked: 05.09.2026

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Kittlakull

Campsite

⛺ Tents

25,4 km from the water Source checked: 05.09.2026

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Rusken Fiskevårdsområde welcomes you to Lake Rusken! The lake extends 15 km in a north-south direction and has its northern tip at Nydala, on road 127 between Värnamo and Vrigstad. The lake is approximatel ... Rusken Fiskevårdsområde welcomes you to Lake Rusken! The lake extends 15 km in a north-south direction and has its northern tip at Nydala, on road 127 between Värnamo and Vrigstad. The lake is approximately 3460 ha and has a maximum depth of 16,4 m. Rusken is known for its fantastic zander fishing, and perch, pike and burbot may also be caught. Photo: Per Carlsson Free fishing for children and young people up to and including the age of 16. A special family permit is available, and required, which includes fishing by children/young people.

Source: iFiske
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