Welcome to salmon fishing in the footprints of lords

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1 Salmon fishing

The salmon is reestablished in the Tovdals River For a long time, the Tovdals River has been among the greatest salmon rivers in Norway.

The catches have increased during the past years, primarily due to roe stocking, salmon ladders and liming.

The river is 143 kilometres long, and the longest in the Southern Norwegian region that flows free throughout its entire course.

The eastern part, the Tovdals Branch, which is narrow and lengthy, starts in the mountain regions between Valle in Aust-Agder county and Fyresdal in Telemark county.

A smaller tributary also contributes to the river s water level. The river culminates in the Topdals Fjord by the ocean, which is located between Kristiansand and Kristiansand Airport.

Everything is thorough ly organized in order to provide a pleasant stay at the manor for anglers and other guests. Additionally, the manor also host weddings and other festivities.

As a part of the King s land, salmon fishing at Boen has since the 16th century been described as a highly significant aspect in the region.

2 The salmon is reestablished in the Tovdals River For a long time, the Tovdals River has been among the greatest salmon rivers in Norway. Between it was ranked as the third best, based on the river s value and mass/weight. Due to acid rain in the early 1900s, the salmon stocks were eventually lost by The catches have increased during the past years, primarily due to roe stocking, salmon ladders and liming. These measures have given rise to great results in delivering smolt and salmon fry to the ocean. Currently, the salmon is able to move up the Herefoss Lake, a distance of 45 km. The river is 143 kilometres long, and the longest in the Southern Norwegian region that flows free throughout its entire course. It consists of an eastern and a western headwater, which meet in the Herefoss Fjord. The eastern part, the Tovdals Branch, which is narrow and lengthy, starts in the mountain regions between Valle in Aust-Agder county and Fyresdal in Telemark county. The eastern branch called Uldalsgreina consists of three tributaries: Skjeggedalsåna, Vatnedalsåna and Hovlandsåna, where Hanefoss power station is located. A smaller tributary also contributes to the river s water level. The river culminates in the Topdals Fjord by the ocean, which is located between Kristiansand and Kristiansand Airport. Welcome to salmon fishing in the footprints of lords You do now have the opportunity to hire salmon fishing in historical surroundings. Everything is thorough ly organized in order to provide a pleasant stay at the manor for anglers and other guests. Additionally, the manor also host weddings and other festivities. The preserved main house built in 1813 has now been renovated. As a part of the King s land, salmon fishing at Boen has since the 16th century been described as a highly significant aspect in the region. On behalf of the state, the king conferred the rights of the salmon fishing and the estate to some of his most prominent officials, expecting processed salmon in return. Around 1520, during Christian the second s reign in Denmark-Norway, the annual fee was set to 8 lest of salted salmon and 100 cured salmon. One lest contained 12 barrels, and a fish barrel of roughly 130 litres. In other words, the annual fee was set to roughly 10 tons of salmon, and 100 cured salmons in addition. The Hegermann family administered the estate throughout several generations. British noblemen fished on the family s property during the early 1900s, where several legendary catches were witnessed. Mr William Radcliffe and Mr Harold C. Wilson caught 1004 salmon during 36 days in 1924!

Short distances between the fishing spots The beat consists of 1,2 km of fishing on both banks The beat varies between

Many of the spots where you find the salmon are named after the British noblemen who visited the estate: WR Line,

Generally, the total catch number of fish at Boen constitutes a third of the Tovdals River s annual catches- in some

Towards the end of the season you may encounter larger salmon.

Therefore, the river s water levels may vary heavily throughout the season.

Easy access A solid workload has been laid down in order to clear and fa cilitate the riverside for anglers.

3 Short distances between the fishing spots The beat consists of 1,2 km of fishing on both banks The beat varies between rapids and pools, and the fishing spots are located in proximity to each other. Many of the spots where you find the salmon are named after the British noblemen who visited the estate: WR Line, Staulky and Martin s point. Generally, the total catch number of fish at Boen constitutes a third of the Tovdals River s annual catches- in some instances nearly the half. The largest salmon are usually caught in June, whereas grilse dominates in July. Towards the end of the season you may encounter larger salmon. Great catching opportunities at Boen The Tovdals River is not regulated by large reservoirs. Therefore, the river s water levels may vary heavily throughout the season. Boen is located in the bottom of the watercourse. Regardless of the river s size, there is always salmon to find. Easy access A solid workload has been laid down in order to clear and fa cilitate the riverside for anglers. There are stairs leading to the banks, as well a pier and shelters on both sides of the river. Possibility of hiring a local guide Fly fishing lessons can be arranged Hire of necessary gear The optimal number of anglers is between 4-8 individuals Well-suited for corporations An increasing number of corporations are interested in teambuilding days at Boen, where salmon fishing is a part of the teambuilding activities.

4 Martins point Svefte Stalky Hegermanns St. Hansholmen Flekkeskjær Skredderen WR Line Langeskjær Blakken Boenfoss

Boen Manor provides unique experiences in beautiful surroundings Boen

in Tveit, and roughly 20 km north of Kristiansand.

A park, lofty trees and cultural landscape encircle the manor.

original state. Guests are welcomed in drawing rooms and parlours.

renovated, and are now ready to receive overnight guests.

style and atmosphere from the era when servants were housed in the manor

The interior largely consists of restored furniture and equipment, which

walls are decorated with rare pictures of the Hegermann family.

You may either prepare your own meals in the apartment s kitchens, or

5 Boen Manor provides unique experiences in beautiful surroundings Boen Manor is located in an idyllic landscape, on banks of the Tovalds River in Tveit, and roughly 20 km north of Kristiansand. The distance from Kristiansand Airport Kjevik is approximately 6 km. A park, lofty trees and cultural landscape encircle the manor. In addition to salmon fishing, the manor also hosts conferences, weddings and other festivities. The main house from 1813 is newly renovated and brought back to its original state. Guests are welcomed in drawing rooms and parlours. The estate s park has been upgraded, and the original cultural landscape has been recreated. High standard accommodation The main house s two wings are recently renovated, and are now ready to receive overnight guests. Many work hours have been committed in order to recreate the original style and atmosphere from the era when servants were housed in the manor s wings. The interior largely consists of restored furniture and equipment, which throughout history have been part of the estate s property, and the walls are decorated with rare pictures of the Hegermann family. The apartments hold high standard. You may either prepare your own meals in the apartment s kitchens, or pre-order a gourmet meal from Boen Manor s chef and enjoy your dinner in the main house s lovely dining room. The east-wing apartment: 2 bedrooms, 4 beds in total, each has its own bathroom Complete kitchen with dining area A pleasantly furnished living room Towels and bedding included The west-wing apartment: 2 large bedrooms, 4 beds in total, each bedroom has its own bathroom Large, complete kitchen with dining area Towels and bedding included Gutting/Freezer room Drying facilities for waders

Contact us for inquiries and further information Contact person: Johan Olsen Mobile phone: 0047

6 Contact us for inquiries and further information Contact person: Johan Olsen Mobile phone: Boen Gård AS Dønnestadveien Tveit

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