How big is De Leijen?

De Leijen covers 1,878 acres (760 ha) in Regio Fryslân, the Netherlands.

What licence do I need to fish De Leijen?

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 De Leijen from the UK?

De Leijen is approximately 235 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 De Leijen in advance?

Most public Dutch waters including De Leijen 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 De Leijen, Regio Fryslân, Netherlands

Regio Fryslân, Netherlands 1,878 acres (760 ha) Lake 🌙 Night (partial) Boats allowed 235mi from Calais

About Fishing at De Leijen

Covering 760 hectares in Regio Fryslân, De Leijen is one of the Netherlands' large public lakes. Species present include Pike, Perch, Bream, Roach, Tench.

Night fishing at De Leijen is permitted with restrictions. Night fishing conditions vary — may apply limited fishing period. Staatsbosbeheer water: fishing period 1 July–28 February; night fishing forbidden. Fishing from boat and belly boat permitted. Check VISplanner and on-site signs for current access.. Regarding boats: Boat and belly boat fishing permitted..

De Leijen is 235 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 Fryslân

Country

Netherlands

Province

Friesland

Water Type

Lake

Size

1,878 acres (760 ha)

Night Fishing

Partial

Boats

Allowed

From Calais

235 miles

Fishing Rules at De Leijen

Night fishing is permitted with restrictions. Night fishing conditions vary — may apply limited fishing period. Staatsbosbeheer water: fishing period 1 July–28 February; night fishing forbidden. Fishing from boat and belly boat permitted. Check VISplanner and on-site signs for current access.

Boats: Boat and belly boat fishing permitted.

Permits required: VISpas (~€40/year) required. NachtVIStoestemming (€17.50) required for night fishing. Derde Hengeltoestemming (€32.50) for 3rd rod where permitted. Check VISplanner app (visplanner.nl) for current water-specific rules.

Fishing Licences for De Leijen

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 here with restrictions — check VISplanner for current rules.

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

Fish Species at De Leijen

De Leijen holds pike, perch, bream, roach, tench. Pike are subject to a closed season 1 March–last Saturday May.

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Fishing Season at De Leijen

1 July–28 February only (Staatsbosbeheer restriction). Night fishing forbidden.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is De Leijen?+

De Leijen covers 1,878 acres (760 ha) in Regio Fryslân, the Netherlands.
What fish can I catch at De Leijen?+

De Leijen holds Pike, Perch, Bream, Roach, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at De Leijen?+

Night fishing at De Leijen is subject to local rules. Night fishing conditions vary — may apply limited fishing period. Staatsbosbeheer water: fishing period 1 July–28 February; night fishing forbidden. Fishing from boat and belly boat permitted. Check VISplanner and on-site signs for current access..
What licence do I need to fish De Leijen?+

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 De Leijen from the UK?+

De Leijen is approximately 235 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 De Leijen in advance?+

Most public Dutch waters including De Leijen 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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