How big is Koningshaven?

Koningshaven covers 13 acres (5 ha) in , the Netherlands.

What licence do I need to fish Koningshaven?

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 Koningshaven from the UK?

Koningshaven is approximately 132 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 Koningshaven in advance?

Most public Dutch waters including Koningshaven 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 Koningshaven, , Netherlands

Name: Koningshaven
Address: NL

, Netherlands 13 acres (5 ha) Lake 🌙 Night (partial) Boats (restricted) 132mi from Calais

About Fishing at Koningshaven

Covering 5 hectares in , Koningshaven is one of the Netherlands' intimate public lakes. Species present include pike, perch, roach, bream, carp.

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

Koningshaven is 132 miles from Calais, making it a realistic destination for a long weekend carp trip from the UK.

Region

Country

Netherlands

Province

Zuid-Holland

Water Type

Lake

Size

13 acres (5 ha)

Night Fishing

Restricted

Boats

Restricted

From Calais

132 miles

Fishing Rules at Koningshaven

Night fishing at Koningshaven 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 Koningshaven. 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 Koningshaven

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 Koningshaven

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

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Planning a Trip to Koningshaven

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.

Koningshaven is 132 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 Koningshaven?+

Koningshaven covers 13 acres (5 ha) in , the Netherlands.
What fish can I catch at Koningshaven?+

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

Night fishing at Koningshaven 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 Koningshaven?+

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 Koningshaven from the UK?+

Koningshaven is approximately 132 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 Koningshaven in advance?+

Most public Dutch waters including Koningshaven 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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