Is night fishing allowed at Dommel?

Night fishing at Dommel is permitted. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming..

What licence do I need to fish Dommel?

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 Dommel from the UK?

Dommel is approximately 188 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 Dommel in advance?

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

Regio Zuid, Netherlands River 🌙 Night fishing 188mi from Calais

About Fishing at Dommel

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

For carp anglers planning overnight sessions, night fishing at Dommel is authorised: Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming.. Regarding boats: Canoes permitted. Some sections shallow..

Dommel is 188 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

Not allowed

From Calais

188 miles

Fishing Rules at Dommel

Night fishing is permitted at Dommel with a valid NachtVIStoestemming. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming.

Boats: Canoes permitted. Some sections shallow.

Permits required: VISpas required. NachtVIStoestemming for night fishing.

Fishing Licences for Dommel

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 Dommel

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

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Fishing Season at Dommel

All year. Standard closed seasons apply.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can I catch at Dommel?+

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

Night fishing at Dommel is permitted. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming..
What licence do I need to fish Dommel?+

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 Dommel from the UK?+

Dommel is approximately 188 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 Dommel in advance?+

Most public Dutch waters including Dommel 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 Dommel River