The Lake Borre (Borrevannet) is about 2 km², and has status as a reservoir due to a diverse plant and animal life.
Wild life reservoir
There are approximately 255 registered bird species around Lake Borre. The lake also has a rich marine life with 9 different fish species. Hence it is not surprising that this magnificent area is protected by law to preserve its animal life.
Fishing in Lake Borre
The Borre Lake is one of Norway's most exciting ponds for pike fishing. Catching fish of 1 meters is not uncommon – the record is 18 kg! Lake Borre also has a lot of perch, where 2 kg catches happens regularly.
Fish species
Pike, Perch, Eel (protected), Tench, Common rudd, Common bleak, Bream, Zander (protected) and Common roach.