What licence do I need to fish AG Wildervanckkanaal?

You need a VISpas (~€40/year) from Sportvisserij Nederland. For night fishing, a separate NachtVIStoestemming (€17.50/year) is required. Both are available online. Always check the VISplanner app for current rules on this specific water.

How far is AG Wildervanckkanaal from the UK?

AG Wildervanckkanaal is approximately 259 miles from Calais by road. The Hook of Holland–Harwich ferry is a popular route for UK anglers with vehicles.

Do I need to book AG Wildervanckkanaal in advance?

Most public Dutch waters including AG Wildervanckkanaal operate on a free-access basis under the VISpas system — no advance booking or day ticket is required on most public stretches. Always verify current rules on VISplanner.nl before your trip.

Fishing at AG Wildervanckkanaal Canal, Regio Groningen Drenthe, Netherlands

Regio Groningen Drenthe, Netherlands Canal 🌙 Night fishing Boats allowed 259mi from Calais

About Fishing at AG Wildervanckkanaal

Situated in Regio Groningen Drenthe, AG Wildervanckkanaal is a public canal accessible to anglers with a valid VISpas. Species include Carp, Bream, Roach, Tench, Pike, with carp present and subject to mandatory catch-and-release under Dutch rules.

For carp anglers planning overnight sessions, night fishing at AG Wildervanckkanaal is authorised: Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Includes havens at Veendam. Groningen peat canal.. Regarding boats: Boats and belly boats permitted. Stay clear of commercial navigation channels..

AG Wildervanckkanaal is 259 miles from Calais. The Netherlands offers free public fishing under the VISpas system — no venue booking or day tickets required on most waters.

Region

Regio Groningen Drenthe

Country

Netherlands

Province

Groningen

Water Type

Canal

Night Fishing

Yes

Boats

Allowed

From Calais

259 miles

Fishing Rules at AG Wildervanckkanaal

Night fishing is permitted at AG Wildervanckkanaal with a valid NachtVIStoestemming. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Includes havens at Veendam. Groningen peat canal.

Boats: Boats and belly boats permitted. Stay clear of commercial navigation channels.

Permits required: VISpas (~€40/year) required. NachtVIStoestemming (€17.50) for night fishing. Derde Hengeltoestemming (€32.50) for 3rd rod where permitted. Check VISplanner (visplanner.nl).

Fishing Licences for AG Wildervanckkanaal

VISpas (~€40/year) — required to fish most public waters in the Netherlands. Available online at sportvisserijnederland.nl.

NachtVIStoestemming (€17.50/year) — required in addition to the VISpas for night fishing. Night fishing is permitted at this venue.

Always verify rules on VISplanner.nl before your session — rules can vary by specific water.

Fish Species at AG Wildervanckkanaal

AG Wildervanckkanaal holds carp, bream, roach, tench, pike. Note: carp are mandatory catch-and-release on Dutch public waters — they must be returned alive.

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Fishing Season at AG Wildervanckkanaal

All year for most species. Closed season: Pike 1 March–last Saturday May; Zander & Perch 1 April–last Saturday May. Bait restriction 1 April–last Saturday May.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can I catch at AG Wildervanckkanaal?+

AG Wildervanckkanaal holds Carp, Bream, Roach, Tench, Pike. Note: carp are mandatory catch-and-release on Dutch public waters.
Is night fishing allowed at AG Wildervanckkanaal?+

Night fishing at AG Wildervanckkanaal is permitted. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Includes havens at Veendam. Groningen peat canal..
What licence do I need to fish AG Wildervanckkanaal?+

You need a VISpas (~€40/year) from Sportvisserij Nederland. For night fishing, a separate NachtVIStoestemming (€17.50/year) is required. Both are available online. Always check the VISplanner app for current rules on this specific water.
How far is AG Wildervanckkanaal from the UK?+

AG Wildervanckkanaal is approximately 259 miles from Calais by road. The Hook of Holland–Harwich ferry is a popular route for UK anglers with vehicles.
Do I need to book AG Wildervanckkanaal in advance?+

Most public Dutch waters including AG Wildervanckkanaal operate on a free-access basis under the VISpas system — no advance booking or day ticket is required on most public stretches. Always verify current rules on VISplanner.nl before your trip.

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Fishing at AG Wildervanckkanaal Canal