Regio Oost, Netherlands
River
🌙 Night fishing
Boats allowed 258mi from Calais
About Fishing at Zwarte Water
Zwarte Water is a river in Regio Oost, the Netherlands. The water holds Carp, Bream, Roach, Pike, Perch, Zander, Ide — carp fishing is a key draw for visiting anglers.
Night fishing is permitted at Zwarte Water with a NachtVIStoestemming. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming.. Regarding boats: Boats permitted. River navigation rules apply..
Zwarte Water is 258 miles from Calais. The Netherlands offers free public fishing under the VISpas system — no venue booking or day tickets required on most waters.
Fishing Rules at Zwarte Water
Night fishing is permitted at Zwarte Water with a valid NachtVIStoestemming. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming.
Boats: Boats permitted. River navigation rules apply.
Permits required: VISpas required. NachtVIStoestemming for night fishing.
Fishing Licences for Zwarte Water
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 Zwarte Water
Zwarte Water holds carp, bream, roach, pike, perch, zander, ide. Note: carp are mandatory catch-and-release on Dutch public waters — they must be returned alive.
Zwarte Water — Photography
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Fishing Season at Zwarte Water
All year. Standard closed seasons apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What fish can I catch at Zwarte Water?+
Zwarte Water holds Carp, Bream, Roach, Pike, Perch, Zander, Ide. Note: carp are mandatory catch-and-release on Dutch public waters.
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Is night fishing allowed at Zwarte Water?+
Night fishing at Zwarte Water is permitted. Night fishing permitted with NachtVIStoestemming..
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What licence do I need to fish Zwarte 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.
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How far is Zwarte Water from the UK?+
Zwarte Water is approximately 258 miles from Calais by road. The Hook of Holland–Harwich ferry is a popular route for UK anglers with vehicles.
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Do I need to book Zwarte Water in advance?+
Most public Dutch waters including Zwarte 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.
More Fishing in Regio Oost
Regio Oost covers a wide range of public fishing venues accessible under the VISpas system. Use PiscaMaps to find all venues in this region.
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