Bosbaan covers 148 acres (60 ha) in Regio West, the Netherlands.

Is night fishing allowed at Bosbaan?

Night fishing at Bosbaan is not permitted. Night fishing not permitted at Bosbaan. Day fishing only..

What licence do I need to fish Bosbaan?

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 Bosbaan from the UK?

Bosbaan is approximately 227 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 Bosbaan in advance?

Most public Dutch waters including Bosbaan 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 Bosbaan, Regio West, Netherlands

Regio West, Netherlands 148 acres (60 ha) Lake No night fishing 227mi from Calais

About Fishing at Bosbaan

Located in Regio West, Bosbaan is a medium-sized public lake of 60 hectares open to fishing under the Dutch VISpas system. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench, Roach — carp fishing is a key draw for visiting anglers.

Night fishing is not permitted at Bosbaan — plan for daytime sessions only. Regarding boats: No angler boats permitted — rowing competition lake..

Bosbaan is 227 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

Water Type

Lake

Size

148 acres (60 ha)

Night Fishing

Boats

Not allowed

From Calais

227 miles

Fishing Rules at Bosbaan

Night fishing is not permitted at Bosbaan. This is an exception to standard VISpas rules — check VISplanner for details.

Boats: No angler boats permitted — rowing competition lake.

Permits required: VISpas required. Specific HSV Amsterdam club membership may be needed for some stretches.

Fishing Licences for Bosbaan

VISpas (~€40/year) — required to fish most public waters in the Netherlands. Available online at sportvisserijnederland.nl.

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

Fish Species at Bosbaan

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

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Fishing Season at Bosbaan

All year. Standard closed seasons apply.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is Bosbaan?+

Bosbaan covers 148 acres (60 ha) in Regio West, the Netherlands.
What fish can I catch at Bosbaan?+

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

Night fishing at Bosbaan is not permitted. Night fishing not permitted at Bosbaan. Day fishing only..
What licence do I need to fish Bosbaan?+

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 Bosbaan from the UK?+

Bosbaan is approximately 227 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 Bosbaan in advance?+

Most public Dutch waters including Bosbaan 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 Bosbaan