Regio Noord, Netherlands
43 acres (17 ha) Lake
No night fishing
269mi from Calais
About Fishing at De Beertsterplas
Covering 17 hectares in Regio Noord, De Beertsterplas is one of the Netherlands' small public lakes. Species present include Pike, Perch, Bream, Roach, Tench.
De Beertsterplas is 269 miles from Calais. The Netherlands offers free public fishing under the VISpas system — no venue booking or day tickets required on most waters.
Fishing Licences for De Beertsterplas
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 De Beertsterplas
De Beertsterplas holds pike, perch, bream, roach, tench. Pike are subject to a closed season 1 March–last Saturday May.
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Planning a Trip to De Beertsterplas
All anglers fishing Dutch public waters require a VISpas (~€40/year) from Sportvisserij Nederland — buy online at sportvisserijnederland.nl before leaving the UK. For night fishing, an additional NachtVIStoestemming (€17.50/year) is required. Always check VISplanner.nl for current rules on the specific water before your session.
De Beertsterplas is 269 miles from Calais — allow around 4 hours from the Hook of Holland ferry. No booking required — Dutch public waters operate on free access under the VISpas system.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How big is De Beertsterplas?+
De Beertsterplas covers 43 acres (17 ha) in Regio Noord, the Netherlands.
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What fish can I catch at De Beertsterplas?+
De Beertsterplas holds Pike, Perch, Bream, Roach, Tench.
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Is night fishing allowed at De Beertsterplas?+
Night fishing at De Beertsterplas is subject to local rules.
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What licence do I need to fish De Beertsterplas?+
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 De Beertsterplas from the UK?+
De Beertsterplas is approximately 269 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 De Beertsterplas in advance?+
Most public Dutch waters including De Beertsterplas 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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