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Fishing licence — Flanders
VISpas (groot visverlof) from Sportvisserij Vlaanderen (~€14.50/year). Covers most public lakes, rivers and canals. Night fishing permissions are built into site-specific rules.
UK anglers should purchase their licence before travel. Always carry it while fishing — inspectors operate on Belgian public waters throughout the season.
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Frequently asked questions
How many public fishing venues are there in Flanders?+
Flanders has 57 public fishing venues on PiscaMaps — 18 lakes, 8 rivers and 31 canals.
Is night fishing allowed in Flanders?+
52 of the 57 venues in Flanders permit night or partial-night fishing. Rules vary by venue — always check individual venue pages before fishing at night.
What licence do I need to fish in Flanders?+
VISpas (groot visverlof) from Sportvisserij Vlaanderen (~€14.50/year). Covers most public lakes, rivers and canals. Night fishing permissions are built into site-specific rules. UK anglers should purchase before travel and always carry the licence while fishing.
What fish species can I catch in Flanders?+
Flanders' canals and lakes hold Carp, Bream, Zander, Pike, Perch, Roach and Tench. The large navigable canals — Albert Canal, Bocholt-Herentals Canal — are particularly noted for Bream and Zander alongside Carp. Schulensmeer is an excellent all-round venue for Carp and Pike.
How far is Flanders from Calais?+
Flanders is one of the closest Continental destinations for UK anglers. Bruges is around 45 miles from Calais, Ghent around 70 miles, and Antwerp under 90 miles. Most Flemish venues are within a 90-minute drive of the Channel Tunnel terminal — ideal for short trips.
Can I bivvy fish in Flanders?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at many Flemish venues where night fishing is allowed. Canal venues vary — some sections permit overnight stays, others do not. Always check individual venue pages on PiscaMaps and confirm locally before planning an overnight session.
