What licence do I need to fish Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart?

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 Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart from the UK?

Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart is approximately 230 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 Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart in advance?

Most public Dutch waters including Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart 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 Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart Canal, Regio Fryslân, Netherlands

Regio Fryslân, Netherlands Canal 🌙 Night (partial) Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 230mi from Calais

About Fishing at Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart

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

Night fishing at Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart is permitted with restrictions. Night fishing status varies — some sections have Staatsbosbeheer restrictions (1 Jul–28 Feb only; night fishing forbidden). Check VISplanner for specific section rules.. Regarding boats: Boats and belly boats permitted. Stay clear of commercial navigation channels..

Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart is 230 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 Fryslân

Country

Netherlands

Province

Friesland

Water Type

Canal

Night Fishing

Partial

Boats

Allowed

From Calais

230 miles

Fishing Rules at Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart

Night fishing is permitted with restrictions. Night fishing status varies — some sections have Staatsbosbeheer restrictions (1 Jul–28 Feb only; night fishing forbidden). Check VISplanner for specific section rules.

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 Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart

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 here with restrictions — check VISplanner for current rules.

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

Fish Species at Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart

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

Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart — Photography

Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart, Regio Fryslân, Netherlands

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Fishing Season at Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart

Staatsbosbeheer sections: 1 July–28 February only. Night fishing forbidden in SBB sections.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can I catch at Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart?+

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

Night fishing at Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart is subject to local rules. Night fishing status varies — some sections have Staatsbosbeheer restrictions (1 Jul–28 Feb only; night fishing forbidden). Check VISplanner for specific section rules..
What licence do I need to fish Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart?+

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 Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart from the UK?+

Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart is approximately 230 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 Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart in advance?+

Most public Dutch waters including Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart 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 Opsterlandse Compagnonsvaart Canal