What licence do I need to fish Van Harinxmakanaal?

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 Van Harinxmakanaal from the UK?

Van Harinxmakanaal is approximately 220 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 Van Harinxmakanaal in advance?

Most public Dutch waters including Van Harinxmakanaal 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 Van Harinxmakanaal Canal, Regio Fryslân, Netherlands

Regio Fryslân, Netherlands Canal 🌙 Night fishing Boats allowed 220mi from Calais

About Fishing at Van Harinxmakanaal

Van Harinxmakanaal is a canal in Regio Fryslân, the Netherlands. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Roach — carp fishing is a key draw for visiting anglers.

Night fishing is permitted at Van Harinxmakanaal with a NachtVIStoestemming. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Includes the water at the grondbergplaats west of Dronrijp and the connecting canal near Schenkenschans. Note: Shelter rules may vary by municipality — check VISplanner.. Regarding boats: Boats and belly boats permitted. Belly boats forbidden in main navigation channel (vaargeul) of major transport waterways (e.g. Waal). Float tubes treated as small craft — stay out of commercial shipping lanes..

Van Harinxmakanaal is 220 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

220 miles

Fishing Rules at Van Harinxmakanaal

Night fishing is permitted at Van Harinxmakanaal with a valid NachtVIStoestemming. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Includes the water at the grondbergplaats west of Dronrijp and the connecting canal near Schenkenschans. Note: Shelter rules may vary by municipality — check VISplanner.

Boats: Boats and belly boats permitted. Belly boats forbidden in main navigation channel (vaargeul) of major transport waterways (e.g. Waal). Float tubes treated as small craft — stay out of commercial shipping lanes.

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

Fishing Licences for Van Harinxmakanaal

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 Van Harinxmakanaal

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

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Fishing Season at Van Harinxmakanaal

All year for most species. Closed season: Pike 1 March–last Saturday May; Zander & Perch 1 April–last Saturday May; Barbel/Chub/Nase 1 April–31 May. Bait restriction: 1 April–last Saturday May (no dead fish/lures). Mandatory no-kill: Carp, Eel/Paling, Grass Carp.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can I catch at Van Harinxmakanaal?+

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

Night fishing at Van Harinxmakanaal is permitted. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Includes the water at the grondbergplaats west of Dronrijp and the connecting canal near Schenkenschans. Note: Shelter rules may vary by municipality — check VISplanner..
What licence do I need to fish Van Harinxmakanaal?+

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 Van Harinxmakanaal from the UK?+

Van Harinxmakanaal is approximately 220 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 Van Harinxmakanaal in advance?+

Most public Dutch waters including Van Harinxmakanaal 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 Van Harinxmakanaal Canal