How big is De Melle (Turnhout)?

De Melle (Turnhout) covers 49 acres (20 ha) in Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium.

Is night fishing allowed at De Melle (Turnhout)?

Night fishing at De Melle (Turnhout) is subject to local rules. Night fishing status — verify with local club. Flemish public water listed in visverlof lists..

What licence do I need to fish De Melle (Turnhout)?

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

How far is De Melle (Turnhout) from Calais?

De Melle (Turnhout) is approximately 147 miles from Calais by road.

Are boats allowed at De Melle (Turnhout)?

Boats are not permitted at De Melle (Turnhout).

Fishing at De Melle (Turnhout), Antwerp, Belgium

Name: De Melle (Turnhout)
Address: Antwerp, BE

Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium 49 acres (20 ha) Lake 🌙 Night (partial) 147mi from Calais

About Fishing at De Melle (Turnhout)

The small public lake of De Melle (Turnhout) lies in Antwerp, Flanders, covering 20 hectares in Flanders. De Melle (Turnhout) holds Carp, Bream, Roach, Tench, Pike, Perch and is a popular carp fishing destination.

Night fishing at De Melle (Turnhout) is permitted with restrictions. Night fishing status — verify with local club. Flemish public water listed in visverlof lists..

De Melle (Turnhout) is 147 miles from Calais — closer than many French venues and easily reached via the Channel Tunnel.

Province

Antwerp

Region

Flanders

Country

Belgium

Water Type

Lake

Size

49 acres (20 ha)

Night Fishing

Partial

Boats

Not allowed

Bivouac

Not permitted

From Calais

147 miles

Fishing Rules at De Melle (Turnhout)

Night fishing is permitted with restrictions. Night fishing status — verify with local club. Flemish public water listed in visverlof lists.

Permits required: Flemish visverlof 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: Agentschap Natuur en Bos · natuurenbos.vlaanderen.be

Fish Species at De Melle (Turnhout)

De Melle (Turnhout) holds carp, bream, roach, tench, pike, perch. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers.

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Fishing Season at De Melle (Turnhout)

All year except closed season 16 April–31 May.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is De Melle (Turnhout)?+

De Melle (Turnhout) covers 49 acres (20 ha) in Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium.
What fish can I catch at De Melle (Turnhout)?+

De Melle (Turnhout) holds Carp, Bream, Roach, Tench, Pike, Perch.
Is night fishing allowed at De Melle (Turnhout)?+

Night fishing at De Melle (Turnhout) is subject to local rules. Night fishing status — verify with local club. Flemish public water listed in visverlof lists..
What licence do I need to fish De Melle (Turnhout)?+

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

De Melle (Turnhout) is approximately 147 miles from Calais by road.
Are boats allowed at De Melle (Turnhout)?+

Boats are not permitted at De Melle (Turnhout).

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Fishing at De Melle (Turnhout)