How big is Tweede Water?

Tweede Water covers 134 acres (54 ha) in , the Netherlands.

What licence do I need to fish Tweede Water?

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 Tweede Water from the UK?

Tweede Water is approximately 176 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 Tweede Water in advance?

Most public Dutch waters including Tweede Water 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 Tweede Water, , Netherlands

Name: Tweede Water
Address: NL

, Netherlands 134 acres (54 ha) Lake 🌙 Night (partial) Boats (restricted) 176mi from Calais

About Fishing at Tweede Water

Tweede Water is a medium-sized public lake in , the Netherlands, covering 54 hectares of water. Species present include pike, perch, roach, bream.

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

Tweede Water is 176 miles from Calais, making it a realistic destination for a long weekend carp trip from the UK.

Region

Country

Netherlands

Province

Noord-Holland

Water Type

Lake

Size

134 acres (54 ha)

Night Fishing

Restricted

Boats

Restricted

From Calais

176 miles

Fishing Rules at Tweede Water

Night fishing at Tweede Water 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 Tweede Water. 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 Tweede Water

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 Tweede Water

Tweede Water holds pike, perch, roach, bream.

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Planning a Trip to Tweede Water

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.

Tweede Water is 176 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 Tweede Water?+

Tweede Water covers 134 acres (54 ha) in , the Netherlands.
What fish can I catch at Tweede Water?+

Tweede Water holds pike, perch, roach, bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Tweede Water?+

Night fishing at Tweede Water 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 Tweede Water?+

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 Tweede Water from the UK?+

Tweede Water is approximately 176 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 Tweede Water in advance?+

Most public Dutch waters including Tweede Water 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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