How big is Galgenven?

Galgenven covers 10 acres (4 ha) in , the Netherlands.

What licence do I need to fish Galgenven?

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 Galgenven from the UK?

Galgenven is approximately 165 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 Galgenven in advance?

Most public Dutch waters including Galgenven 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 Galgenven, , Netherlands

Name: Galgenven
Address: NL

, Netherlands 10 acres (4 ha) Lake 🌙 Night (partial) Boats (restricted) 165mi from Calais

About Fishing at Galgenven

Covering 4 hectares in , Galgenven is one of the Netherlands' intimate public lakes. Species present include pike, perch, bream, roach, carp.

Regarding boats: Boat access requires valid vessel registration on most Dutch waterways; rowing boats and electric motors often permitted. Confirm club rules..

At 165 miles from Calais, Galgenven is easily accessible for UK anglers — the Netherlands is well-connected via the Hook of Holland–Harwich ferry or the Channel Tunnel.

Region

Country

Netherlands

Province

Noord-Brabant

Water Type

Lake

Size

10 acres (4 ha)

Night Fishing

Restricted

Boats

Restricted

From Calais

165 miles

Fishing Rules at Galgenven

Night fishing at Galgenven is subject to restrictions. A NachtVIStoestemming may be required: Night fishing in the Netherlands varies by water; requires VBC (Visstandbeheer Commissie) membership or local club permit on most regulated waters. Some waters permit it year-round; others restrict seasonally.

Boats: Boat access is restricted at Galgenven. Boat access requires valid vessel registration on most Dutch waterways; rowing boats and electric motors often permitted. Confirm club rules.

Permits required: VBC (Visstandbeheer Commissie) membership or local fishing club permit required on most Dutch waters — see sportvisserijnederland.nl.

Fishing Licences for Galgenven

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 Galgenven

Galgenven holds pike, perch, bream, roach, carp.

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Planning a Trip to Galgenven

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.

Galgenven is 165 miles from Calais — reachable via the Hook of Holland ferry or Channel Tunnel in under 3 hours. No booking required — Dutch public waters operate on free access under the VISpas system.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is Galgenven?+

Galgenven covers 10 acres (4 ha) in , the Netherlands.
What fish can I catch at Galgenven?+

Galgenven holds pike, perch, bream, roach, carp.
Is night fishing allowed at Galgenven?+

Night fishing at Galgenven is subject to local rules. Night fishing in the Netherlands varies by water; requires VBC (Visstandbeheer Commissie) membership or local club permit on most regulated waters. Some waters permit it year-round; others restrict seasonally..
What licence do I need to fish Galgenven?+

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 Galgenven from the UK?+

Galgenven is approximately 165 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 Galgenven in advance?+

Most public Dutch waters including Galgenven 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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