Coastal
Veiholmen Brygge
Sea Fishing in Trondelag 2026
Veiholmen Brygge is a small island hotel in the harbour of Veiholmen, the northernmost fishing village on Smøla, surrounded by an archipelago of 5,800 islets and skerries. The hotel has seven rooms (including four upgraded suites with terraces) and the on-site Havkroa restaurant. The hotel does not run its own boat rental, but can arrange sea fishing trips with local Smøla operators on request.
Quick facts
Boat fleet
| Boat | Length | Engine | Count | Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local operator (arranged on request) | 0 ft | 0 hp | 0 |
Species and seasons
Best= best seasonGood= goodOK= possible
Accommodation
Hotel room
Units: 7 · Max guests: 2
Bad/dusj · Oppvarming · Sengetøy · Håndklær · Gratis WiFi · Frokost · Kaffe-/tetrakter · Restaurant (Havkroa) i samme bygg
Practical information
Address: Nordsetta 4, 6570 Smøla
Nearest airport: Kristiansund (KSU) (76 km)
Website: www.veiholmenbrygge.no
What we like about Veiholmen Brygge
- ✓Location in the heart of the Smøla archipelago with 5,800 islets and skerries, a solid base for fishing trips that the hotel can arrange via local operators
- ✓On-site Havkroa restaurant and pub with breakfast included, plus lunch and dinner available during the season
- ✓North of 62°N, so winter and spring skrei cod fishing is in range, and the halibut season is open April 21 through December 19
Worth knowing
- !The hotel does not run its own boat rental — you have to book a boat or guided trip separately with local Smøla operators, ideally well ahead and with the hotel's help
- !Only seven rooms in total, so high season June–August books up quickly. Reserve well ahead.
- !The north side of Smøla faces the open Atlantic, so wind and swell can make long runs demanding. Check the marine forecast daily.
Tips from experienced anglers
- 1Arrange a boat or guided fishing trip directly with the hotel before arrival -- they work with local Smøla operators and can match a trip to the weather and your experience level.
- 2Smøla is north of 62°N, so the cod minimum size is 44 cm outside 4 nautical miles and 55 cm inside 4 nautical miles. Halibut is closed December 20 through April 20.
- 3Veiholmen is the northernmost inhabited point on Smøla, almost 10 km out to sea. Walk through the village, it is a protected cultural heritage site.
Frequently asked questions about Veiholmen Brygge
Where is Veiholmen Brygge, and how do you get there?
Veiholmen Brygge is located at Nordsetta 4, 6570 Smøla, on the Veiholmen fishing village at the northern tip of Smøla municipality. The nearest airport is Kristiansund (KSU). From Kristiansund, drive to Sandvika on Tustna and take the ferry to Edøya on Smøla, then continue by car to Veiholmen.
Does Veiholmen Brygge have its own boat rental?
No. Veiholmen Brygge is a small hotel and does not run its own boat rental. The hotel can, however, arrange boat hire and guided fishing trips with local Smøla operators. Get in touch before arrival to set up a trip that suits the weather, your group size and experience level.
Which fish species can you catch at Smøla?
The waters around Smøla hold cod, saithe, halibut, haddock and pollack, plus wolffish and ling in deeper water. The shallow sheltered archipelago is known for saithe and pollack at depths under 10 m, while halibut and ling are taken on the deeper banks west of the island. Sea trout can also be fished in estuaries and fjords.
Do the rules for north of 62°N apply at Smøla?
Yes. Smøla sits at about 63.5°N, north of the 62°N boundary. That means the cod minimum size is 44 cm outside 4 nautical miles and 55 cm inside 4 nautical miles, haddock 40 cm, and halibut is closed from December 20 through April 20. The export quota is 15 kg of fish or fish products per person (age 12+) in 2026.
What accommodation does Veiholmen Brygge offer?
Veiholmen Brygge is a small hotel with seven rooms, four of which are upgraded suites with private terraces overlooking the Veiholmen harbour (renovated 2019). Rooms have modern bathrooms, free WiFi, coffee/tea makers and breakfast included. The on-site Havkroa restaurant and pub serves breakfast, lunch and dinner during the season.
When is the best time for sea fishing from Smøla?
The main season runs May through September with stable weather and long days. Skrei cod fishing is possible February through April when coastal cod move inshore. Halibut season is open April 21 through December 19. Saithe and pollack bite throughout the ice-free season.
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