How big is Blaarmeersen?

Blaarmeersen covers 161 acres (65 ha) in East Flanders, Flanders, Belgium.

Is night fishing allowed at Blaarmeersen?

Night fishing at Blaarmeersen is not permitted. Night fishing not permitted at Blaarmeersen recreation lake. Day fishing only..

What licence do I need to fish Blaarmeersen?

You need a VISpas (groot visverlof) from Sportvisserij Vlaanderen. Buy online before your trip.

How far is Blaarmeersen from Calais?

Blaarmeersen is approximately 100 miles from Calais by road.

Are boats allowed at Blaarmeersen?

Boats are not permitted at Blaarmeersen.

Fishing at Blaarmeersen, East Flanders, Belgium

Name: Blaarmeersen
Address: East Flanders, BE

East Flanders, Flanders, Belgium 161 acres (65 ha) Lake No night fishing 100mi from Calais

About Fishing at Blaarmeersen

Located in East Flanders, Flanders, Blaarmeersen is a medium-sized public lake of 65 hectares open to public fishing. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench, Roach, with carp the main target for travelling anglers.

Night fishing is not permitted at Blaarmeersen. Plan for day sessions only. Regarding boats: No angler boats permitted — recreation lake..

Blaarmeersen is 100 miles from Calais — closer than many French venues and easily reached via the Channel Tunnel.

Province

East Flanders

Region

Flanders

Country

Belgium

Water Type

Lake

Size

161 acres (65 ha)

Night Fishing

Boats

Not allowed

Bivouac

Not permitted

From Calais

100 miles

Fishing Rules at Blaarmeersen

Night fishing is not permitted at Blaarmeersen. Anglers must leave the bank at dark.

Boats: No angler boats permitted — recreation lake.

Permits required: Flemish visverlof required. City of Ghent additional local permit required.

Fishing Licence — Flanders

Fishing in Flanders requires a VISpas (Flemish fishing permit, groot visverlof), available from Sportvisserij Vlaanderen. Night fishing permissions are built into site-specific rules — no separate night permit is required in Flanders.

Local authority: Stad Gent · stad.gent

Fish Species at Blaarmeersen

Blaarmeersen holds carp, pike, perch, bream, tench, roach. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers.

Blaarmeersen — Photography

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Fishing Season at Blaarmeersen

All year except closed season 16 April–31 May.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is Blaarmeersen?+

Blaarmeersen covers 161 acres (65 ha) in East Flanders, Flanders, Belgium.
What fish can I catch at Blaarmeersen?+

Blaarmeersen holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench, Roach.
Is night fishing allowed at Blaarmeersen?+

Night fishing at Blaarmeersen is not permitted. Night fishing not permitted at Blaarmeersen recreation lake. Day fishing only..
What licence do I need to fish Blaarmeersen?+

You need a VISpas (groot visverlof) from Sportvisserij Vlaanderen. Buy online before your trip.
How far is Blaarmeersen from Calais?+

Blaarmeersen is approximately 100 miles from Calais by road.
Are boats allowed at Blaarmeersen?+

Boats are not permitted at Blaarmeersen.

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