What licence do I need to fish Dokkumer Ee?

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 Dokkumer Ee from the UK?

Dokkumer Ee is approximately 235 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 Dokkumer Ee in advance?

Most public Dutch waters including Dokkumer Ee 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 Dokkumer Ee River, Regio Fryslân, Netherlands

Regio Fryslân, Netherlands River 🌙 Night fishing Boats allowed 235mi from Calais

About Fishing at Dokkumer Ee

Situated in Regio Fryslân, Dokkumer Ee is a public river accessible to anglers with a valid VISpas. Species include Pike, Perch, Bream, Roach, Carp, with carp present and subject to mandatory catch-and-release under Dutch rules.

For carp anglers planning overnight sessions, night fishing at Dokkumer Ee is authorised: Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Section from Jelsumervaart to north bank of Stienservaart from Bartlehiem to Hoge Brug at Rinsumageest-Raard road.. 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..

Dokkumer Ee is 235 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 Fryslân

Country

Netherlands

Province

Friesland

Water Type

River

Night Fishing

Yes

Boats

Allowed

From Calais

235 miles

Fishing Rules at Dokkumer Ee

Night fishing is permitted at Dokkumer Ee with a valid NachtVIStoestemming. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Section from Jelsumervaart to north bank of Stienservaart from Bartlehiem to Hoge Brug at Rinsumageest-Raard road.

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 Dokkumer Ee

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 Dokkumer Ee

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

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Fishing Season at Dokkumer Ee

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

What fish can I catch at Dokkumer Ee?+

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

Night fishing at Dokkumer Ee is permitted. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming. Section from Jelsumervaart to north bank of Stienservaart from Bartlehiem to Hoge Brug at Rinsumageest-Raard road..
What licence do I need to fish Dokkumer Ee?+

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 Dokkumer Ee from the UK?+

Dokkumer Ee is approximately 235 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 Dokkumer Ee in advance?+

Most public Dutch waters including Dokkumer Ee 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 Dokkumer Ee River