What licence do I need to fish Amer?

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 Amer from the UK?

Amer 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 Amer in advance?

Most public Dutch waters including Amer 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 Amer River, Regio Zuid, Netherlands

Regio Zuid, Netherlands River 🌙 Night fishing Boats allowed 173mi from Calais

About Fishing at Amer

Situated in Regio Zuid, Amer is a public river accessible to anglers with a valid VISpas. Species include Pike, Zander, Perch, Carp, Bream, Eel, Catfish, with carp present and subject to mandatory catch-and-release under Dutch rules.

For carp anglers planning overnight sessions, night fishing at Amer is authorised: Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Connects Biesbosch to Mark/Dintel system.. Regarding boats: Boats permitted. River navigation rules apply..

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

Region

Regio Zuid

Country

Netherlands

Province

Noord-Brabant

Water Type

River

Night Fishing

Yes

Boats

Allowed

From Calais

173 miles

Fishing Rules at Amer

Night fishing is permitted at Amer with a valid NachtVIStoestemming. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Connects Biesbosch to Mark/Dintel system.

Boats: Boats permitted. River navigation rules apply.

Permits required: VISpas required. NachtVIStoestemming for night fishing.

Fishing Licences for Amer

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 Amer

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

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Fishing Season at Amer

All year. Standard closed seasons apply.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can I catch at Amer?+

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

Night fishing at Amer is permitted. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Connects Biesbosch to Mark/Dintel system..
What licence do I need to fish Amer?+

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 Amer from the UK?+

Amer 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 Amer in advance?+

Most public Dutch waters including Amer 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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Fishing at Amer River