How big is Nieuwkoopse Plassen?

Nieuwkoopse Plassen covers 3,459 acres (1,400 ha) in Regio West, the Netherlands.

What licence do I need to fish Nieuwkoopse Plassen?

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 Nieuwkoopse Plassen from the UK?

Nieuwkoopse Plassen is approximately 204 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 Nieuwkoopse Plassen in advance?

Most public Dutch waters including Nieuwkoopse Plassen 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 Nieuwkoopse Plassen, Regio West, Netherlands

Regio West, Netherlands 3,459 acres (1,400 ha) Lake 🌙 Night (partial) 204mi from Calais

About Fishing at Nieuwkoopse Plassen

Located in Regio West, Nieuwkoopse Plassen is a very large public lake of 1,400 hectares open to fishing under the Dutch VISpas system. Species include Pike, Perch, Carp, Bream, Tench, Roach, Eel, with carp present and subject to mandatory catch-and-release under Dutch rules.

Night fishing at Nieuwkoopse Plassen is permitted with restrictions. Night fishing permitted on main open plassen with NachtVIStoestemming. Natura 2000 protected sections have restricted or no fishing. Verify on VISplanner before session.. Regarding boats: Electric and rowing boats allowed on larger plassen. No motor boats in protected nature areas..

Nieuwkoopse Plassen is 204 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 West

Country

Netherlands

Province

Zuid-Holland

Water Type

Lake

Size

3,459 acres (1,400 ha)

Night Fishing

Partial

Boats

Not allowed

From Calais

204 miles

Fishing Rules at Nieuwkoopse Plassen

Night fishing is permitted with restrictions. Night fishing permitted on main open plassen with NachtVIStoestemming. Natura 2000 protected sections have restricted or no fishing. Verify on VISplanner before session.

Boats: Electric and rowing boats allowed on larger plassen. No motor boats in protected nature areas.

Permits required: VISpas required. NachtVIStoestemming for night fishing. Some sections require additional HSV club permit.

Fishing Licences for Nieuwkoopse Plassen

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 Nieuwkoopse Plassen

Nieuwkoopse Plassen holds pike, perch, carp, bream, tench, roach, eel. Note: carp are mandatory catch-and-release on Dutch public waters — they must be returned alive.

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Nieuwkoopse Plassen, Regio West, Netherlands

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Fishing Season at Nieuwkoopse Plassen

All year. Closed season for Pike/Perch/Zander applies. Some waterfowl protected sections closed April–May.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is Nieuwkoopse Plassen?+

Nieuwkoopse Plassen covers 3,459 acres (1,400 ha) in Regio West, the Netherlands.
What fish can I catch at Nieuwkoopse Plassen?+

Nieuwkoopse Plassen holds Pike, Perch, Carp, Bream, Tench, Roach, Eel. Note: carp are mandatory catch-and-release on Dutch public waters.
Is night fishing allowed at Nieuwkoopse Plassen?+

Night fishing at Nieuwkoopse Plassen is subject to local rules. Night fishing permitted on main open plassen with NachtVIStoestemming. Natura 2000 protected sections have restricted or no fishing. Verify on VISplanner before session..
What licence do I need to fish Nieuwkoopse Plassen?+

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 Nieuwkoopse Plassen from the UK?+

Nieuwkoopse Plassen is approximately 204 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 Nieuwkoopse Plassen in advance?+

Most public Dutch waters including Nieuwkoopse Plassen 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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