Regio Oost, Netherlands
3,459 acres (1,400 ha) Lake
🌙 Night fishing
Boats allowed 265mi from Calais
About Fishing at Beulakerwijde
Located in Regio Oost, Beulakerwijde is a very large public lake of 1,400 hectares open to fishing under the Dutch VISpas system. Species include Pike, Perch, Bream, Roach, Tench, Carp, Zander, Eel, with carp present and subject to mandatory catch-and-release under Dutch rules.
For carp anglers planning overnight sessions, night fishing at Beulakerwijde is authorised: Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Frisian lake district — some sections bordering Weerribben-Wieden national park restricted. Verify VISplanner.. Regarding boats: Boats and electric boats permitted. National park edge rules apply on some stretches..
Beulakerwijde is 265 miles from Calais. The Netherlands offers free public fishing under the VISpas system — no venue booking or day tickets required on most waters.
Size
3,459 acres (1,400 ha)
Fishing Rules at Beulakerwijde
Night fishing is permitted at Beulakerwijde with a valid NachtVIStoestemming. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Frisian lake district — some sections bordering Weerribben-Wieden national park restricted. Verify VISplanner.
Boats: Boats and electric boats permitted. National park edge rules apply on some stretches.
Permits required: VISpas required. NachtVIStoestemming for night fishing.
Fishing Licences for Beulakerwijde
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 Beulakerwijde
Beulakerwijde holds pike, perch, bream, roach, tench, carp, zander, eel. Note: carp are mandatory catch-and-release on Dutch public waters — they must be returned alive.
Beulakerwijde — Photography
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Fishing Season at Beulakerwijde
All year. Standard closed seasons apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How big is Beulakerwijde?+
Beulakerwijde covers 3,459 acres (1,400 ha) in Regio Oost, the Netherlands.
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What fish can I catch at Beulakerwijde?+
Beulakerwijde holds Pike, Perch, Bream, Roach, Tench, Carp, Zander, Eel. Note: carp are mandatory catch-and-release on Dutch public waters.
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Is night fishing allowed at Beulakerwijde?+
Night fishing at Beulakerwijde is permitted. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Frisian lake district — some sections bordering Weerribben-Wieden national park restricted. Verify VISplanner..
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What licence do I need to fish Beulakerwijde?+
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 Beulakerwijde from the UK?+
Beulakerwijde is approximately 265 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 Beulakerwijde in advance?+
Most public Dutch waters including Beulakerwijde 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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