Regio Oost, Netherlands
1,236 acres (500 ha) Lake
🌙 Night fishing
Boats allowed 268mi from Calais
About Fishing at Belterwijde
Belterwijde is a large public lake in Regio Oost, the Netherlands, covering 500 hectares of water. The water holds Pike, Perch, Bream, Roach, Tench, Carp, Zander — carp fishing is a key draw for visiting anglers.
Night fishing is permitted at Belterwijde with a NachtVIStoestemming. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Verify VISplanner for zone rules.. Regarding boats: Boats and electric boats permitted..
Belterwijde is 268 miles from Calais. The Netherlands offers free public fishing under the VISpas system — no venue booking or day tickets required on most waters.
Fishing Rules at Belterwijde
Night fishing is permitted at Belterwijde with a valid NachtVIStoestemming. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Verify VISplanner for zone rules.
Boats: Boats and electric boats permitted.
Permits required: VISpas required. NachtVIStoestemming for night fishing.
Fishing Licences for Belterwijde
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 Belterwijde
Belterwijde holds pike, perch, bream, roach, tench, carp, zander. Note: carp are mandatory catch-and-release on Dutch public waters — they must be returned alive.
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Fishing Season at Belterwijde
All year. Standard closed seasons apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How big is Belterwijde?+
Belterwijde covers 1,236 acres (500 ha) in Regio Oost, the Netherlands.
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What fish can I catch at Belterwijde?+
Belterwijde holds Pike, Perch, Bream, Roach, Tench, Carp, Zander. Note: carp are mandatory catch-and-release on Dutch public waters.
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Is night fishing allowed at Belterwijde?+
Night fishing at Belterwijde is permitted. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Verify VISplanner for zone rules..
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What licence do I need to fish Belterwijde?+
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.
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How far is Belterwijde from the UK?+
Belterwijde is approximately 268 miles from Calais by road. The Hook of Holland–Harwich ferry is a popular route for UK anglers with vehicles.
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Do I need to book Belterwijde in advance?+
Most public Dutch waters including Belterwijde 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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