How big is Ankeveense Plassen?

Ankeveense Plassen covers 1,483 acres (600 ha) in Regio West, the Netherlands.

What licence do I need to fish Ankeveense Plassen?

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 Ankeveense Plassen from the UK?

Ankeveense Plassen is approximately 215 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 Ankeveense Plassen in advance?

Most public Dutch waters including Ankeveense Plassen 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 Ankeveense Plassen, Regio West, Netherlands

Regio West, Netherlands 1,483 acres (600 ha) Lake 🌙 Night fishing Boats allowed 215mi from Calais

About Fishing at Ankeveense Plassen

Ankeveense Plassen is a large public lake in Regio West, the Netherlands, covering 600 hectares of water. Known locally as Stichts Ankeveense Plassen. Species include Pike, Perch, Carp, Bream, Tench, Roach, Zander, with carp present and subject to mandatory catch-and-release under Dutch rules.

For carp anglers planning overnight sessions, night fishing at Ankeveense Plassen is authorised: Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Check VISplanner for zone-specific rules.. Regarding boats: Electric and rowing boats permitted..

Ankeveense Plassen is 215 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 West

Country

Netherlands

Province

Noord-Holland/Utrecht

Water Type

Lake

Size

1,483 acres (600 ha)

Night Fishing

Yes

Boats

Allowed

From Calais

215 miles

Fishing Rules at Ankeveense Plassen

Night fishing is permitted at Ankeveense Plassen with a valid NachtVIStoestemming. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Check VISplanner for zone-specific rules.

Boats: Electric and rowing boats permitted.

Permits required: VISpas required. NachtVIStoestemming for night fishing.

Fishing Licences for Ankeveense Plassen

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 Ankeveense Plassen

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

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Fishing Season at Ankeveense Plassen

All year. Standard closed seasons apply.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is Ankeveense Plassen?+

Ankeveense Plassen covers 1,483 acres (600 ha) in Regio West, the Netherlands.
What fish can I catch at Ankeveense Plassen?+

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

Night fishing at Ankeveense Plassen is permitted. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Check VISplanner for zone-specific rules..
What licence do I need to fish Ankeveense Plassen?+

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 Ankeveense Plassen from the UK?+

Ankeveense Plassen is approximately 215 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 Ankeveense Plassen in advance?+

Most public Dutch waters including Ankeveense Plassen 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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