Gooimeer covers 6,672 acres (2,700 ha) in Regio MidWest, the Netherlands.

What licence do I need to fish Gooimeer?

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 Gooimeer from the UK?

Gooimeer is approximately 173 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 Gooimeer in advance?

Most public Dutch waters including Gooimeer 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 Gooimeer, Regio MidWest, Netherlands

Regio MidWest, Netherlands 6,672 acres (2,700 ha) Lake 🌙 Night fishing Boats allowed 173mi from Calais

About Fishing at Gooimeer

Gooimeer is a very large public lake in Regio MidWest, the Netherlands, covering 2,700 hectares of water. Species include Carp, Bream, Zander, Pike, Perch, with carp present and subject to mandatory catch-and-release under Dutch rules.

For carp anglers planning overnight sessions, night fishing at Gooimeer is authorised: Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Near Naarderbos marina (Galerij to Hoofdgracht): max 24hr continuous fishing with shelter permitted. Forbidden zones — check VISplanner map.. Regarding boats: Boats and belly boats permitted. Belly boats forbidden in main navigation channel (vaargeul) of major transport waterways (e.g. Waal). Float tubes treated as small craft — stay out of commercial shipping lanes..

Gooimeer is 173 miles from Calais, making it a realistic destination for a long weekend carp trip from the UK.

Region

Regio MidWest

Country

Netherlands

Province

Noord-Holland/Flevoland

Water Type

Lake

Size

6,672 acres (2,700 ha)

Night Fishing

Yes

Boats

Allowed

From Calais

173 miles

Fishing Rules at Gooimeer

Night fishing is permitted at Gooimeer with a valid NachtVIStoestemming. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Near Naarderbos marina (Galerij to Hoofdgracht): max 24hr continuous fishing with shelter permitted. Forbidden zones — check VISplanner map.

Boats: Boats and belly boats permitted. Belly boats forbidden in main navigation channel (vaargeul) of major transport waterways (e.g. Waal). Float tubes treated as small craft — stay out of commercial shipping lanes.

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 Gooimeer

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 Gooimeer

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

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Fishing Season at Gooimeer

All year for most species. Closed season: Pike 1 March–last Saturday May; Zander & Perch 1 April–last Saturday May; Barbel/Chub/Nase 1 April–31 May. Bait restriction: 1 April–last Saturday May (no dead fish/lures). Mandatory no-kill: Carp, Eel/Paling, Grass Carp.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is Gooimeer?+

Gooimeer covers 6,672 acres (2,700 ha) in Regio MidWest, the Netherlands.
What fish can I catch at Gooimeer?+

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

Night fishing at Gooimeer is permitted. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Near Naarderbos marina (Galerij to Hoofdgracht): max 24hr continuous fishing with shelter permitted. Forbidden zones — check VISplanner map..
What licence do I need to fish Gooimeer?+

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 Gooimeer from the UK?+

Gooimeer is approximately 173 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 Gooimeer in advance?+

Most public Dutch waters including Gooimeer 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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