Open sea
Båtsfjord Brygge
Sea Fishing in Finnmark 2026
Båtsfjord Brygge sits on the harbour in the fishing village of Båtsfjord, at the northern edge of the Varanger peninsula in east Finnmark. The Barents Sea is a short run away, with large shoals of cod, saithe and halibut along Makkaur and Sandfjorden. The facility is a registered tourist fishing camp with hotel rooms, rorbuer cabins, a restaurant and 21-foot Smartliner boats for self-drive sea fishing.
Quick facts
Boat fleet
| Boat | Length | Engine | Count | Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smartliner 21 | 21 ft | 80 hp | 6 | Ekkolodd, GPS, VHF-radio, Redningsutstyr, Firetakts påhengsmotor |
| Viknes 30 | 30 ft | 300 hp | 1 | Ekkolodd, GPS, VHF-radio, Redningsutstyr, Guide |
Species and seasons
| Species | Jan–Mar | Apr–Jun | Jul–Sep | Oct–Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cod | Best | Best | Good | Good |
| Halibut | OK | Good | Best | Good |
| Saithe | OK | Good | Best | Good |
| Haddock | OK | Good | Best | Good |
| Redfish | Good | Good | Best | Good |
| Wolffish | OK | Good | Best | OK |
Best= best seasonGood= goodOK= possible
Accommodation
Rorbu cabin
Units: 5 · Max guests: 6
Kjøkken · Bad/dusj · Oppvarming · Sengetøy · Håndklær · Havneutsikt
Hotel room
Units: 8 · Max guests: 2
Bad/dusj · Oppvarming · Sengetøy · Håndklær · Frokost
Practical information
Address: Strandvegen 14-16, 9990 Båtsfjord
Nearest airport: Båtsfjord (BJF) (4 km)
Website: www.batsfjordbrygge.no
What we like about Båtsfjord Brygge
- ✓Registered tourist fishing camp in east Finnmark with direct access to the Barents Sea and the Makkaur-Sandfjorden grounds
- ✓Full-service facility with hotel rooms, rorbuer, restaurant, sauna and two outdoor hot tubs at the harbour
- ✓Båtsfjord airport (BJF) on the doorstep with daily Widerøe flights from Tromsø and Kirkenes
Worth knowing
- !Long travel from southern Norway, a connecting flight via Tromsø or Kirkenes is required to reach Båtsfjord
- !Exposed Barents Sea coast, wind and sea state can limit fishing days, especially in winter
Tips from experienced anglers
- 1The grounds near Makkaur and Sandfjorden are known for halibut in summer, note the halibut closed season 20 December to 20 April north of 62°N.
- 2Båtsfjord lies north of 62°N, cod minimum size is 44 cm (coastal), halibut 84 cm. Catch reporting is mandatory at registered tourist fishing camps.
- 3September to March brings northern lights between fishing days, the facility has outdoor hot tubs with harbour views.
Frequently asked questions about Båtsfjord Brygge
What kind of boats does Båtsfjord Brygge rent out?
The camp runs six 21-foot Smartliners with 80 hp four-stroke outboards for self-drive sea fishing, fitted with sonar and GPS. A 30-foot Viknes is also available for guided trips. Boats are moored at the floating dock at the facility.
Which fish species can I catch at Båtsfjord?
The main species are cod, halibut, saithe, haddock, redfish and wolffish. Spring is known for large cod and saithe, summer is halibut season especially near Makkaur-Sandfjorden, and deep-water fishing produces redfish and wolffish in early autumn and late winter.
Is Båtsfjord Brygge a registered tourist fishing camp?
Yes, Båtsfjord Brygge is a registered tourist fishing camp with the Norwegian Directorate of Fisheries. Guests are required to report their catch, and the higher export quota of 22 kg fish per person (at registered camps) applies in 2026, vs 15 kg at non-registered facilities.
Is there freezer storage for the catch?
Yes, the facility has on-site freezer storage so the catch stays fresh until departure. A dedicated filleting room is not described on the website, contact the camp directly to confirm cleaning and filleting facilities.
How do I get to Båtsfjord?
Båtsfjord airport (BJF) is a few kilometres from the facility, with daily Widerøe flights from Tromsø and Kirkenes. The Hurtigruten coastal steamer calls at Båtsfjord on both northbound and southbound routes. By car, take the E75 to Tana bru and then Fv890 north.
Planning a fishing trip to Båtsfjord Brygge?
Fishing camps in Finnmark use SafeCamp360 for catch reporting and quota tracking.