What licence do I need to fish Schoterlandse 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 Schoterlandse Compagnonsvaart from the UK?

Schoterlandse Compagnonsvaart is approximately 222 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 Schoterlandse Compagnonsvaart in advance?

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

Regio Fryslân, Netherlands Canal 🌙 Night fishing Boats allowed 222mi from Calais

About Fishing at Schoterlandse Compagnonsvaart

Situated in Regio Fryslân, Schoterlandse 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.

For carp anglers planning overnight sessions, night fishing at Schoterlandse Compagnonsvaart is authorised: Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming on this historic peat canal. Section between 2nd lock at Oudehorne and the canal end near Hoornsterzwaag with branch to former lock.. Regarding boats: Boats and belly boats permitted. Stay clear of commercial navigation channels..

Schoterlandse Compagnonsvaart is 222 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

Yes

Boats

Allowed

From Calais

222 miles

Fishing Rules at Schoterlandse Compagnonsvaart

Night fishing is permitted at Schoterlandse Compagnonsvaart with a valid NachtVIStoestemming. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming on this historic peat canal. Section between 2nd lock at Oudehorne and the canal end near Hoornsterzwaag with branch to former lock.

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 Schoterlandse 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 at this venue.

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

Fish Species at Schoterlandse Compagnonsvaart

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

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Fishing Season at Schoterlandse Compagnonsvaart

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 Schoterlandse Compagnonsvaart?+

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

Night fishing at Schoterlandse Compagnonsvaart is permitted. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming on this historic peat canal. Section between 2nd lock at Oudehorne and the canal end near Hoornsterzwaag with branch to former lock..
What licence do I need to fish Schoterlandse 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 Schoterlandse Compagnonsvaart from the UK?+

Schoterlandse Compagnonsvaart is approximately 222 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 Schoterlandse Compagnonsvaart in advance?+

Most public Dutch waters including Schoterlandse 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 Schoterlandse Compagnonsvaart Canal