1. Netherlands

Fishing in the Netherlands

Fishing in Netherlands includes saltwater fishing along the coastline as well as freshwater opportunities in rivers and lakes. Nearshore fishing targets a mix of coastal and reef species, while offshore trips often focus on pelagic fish such as tuna and mackerel depending on season and location.

Types of species in the Netherlands

Perch
Perch
Pike
Pike
Carp
Carp
Catfish
Catfish
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Top fishing spots in the Netherlands

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Bergse Plassen

South Holland, Netherlands

4.6
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Oostland Water

South Holland, Netherlands

4.2
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Muidertrekvaart

North Holland, Netherlands

3.0
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Kralingse Plas

South Holland, Netherlands

4.5
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De Dye

North Holland, Netherlands

3.5
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Sliksloot

South Holland, Netherlands

4.5
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2e Diemen

North Holland, Netherlands

3.5
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Uitgeestermeer

North Holland, Netherlands

5.0
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Weespertrekvaart

North Holland, Netherlands

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Smal Weesp

North Holland, Netherlands

3.0
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Biggest catches in the Netherlands

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Netherlands fishing reports

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European perch

Kralingse Plas

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European perch

Kralingse Plas

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European perch

Kralingse Plas

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European perch

Kralingse Plas

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Northern pike

Delftsche Vliet

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Northern pike

Delftsche Vliet

20 in · 4 lb 7 oz

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European perch

Bikkersvaart

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European perch

Bikkersvaart

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Northern pike

Veluwsche Wetering

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Northern pike

Delftsche Vliet

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FAQ about fishing in the Netherlands

🐟 What are the best fish species to catch in the Netherlands?
Some of the most popular species anglers target in the Netherlands include Perch, Pike, and Carp. The best species often depend on season, water type, and location within the country.

For more detailed, real-time insights, the shows which species are being caught near you and what baits are working best across the Netherlands.
🌊 Where are the top fishing spots in the Netherlands?
Some of the most popular fishing spots in the Netherlands include Bergse Plassen, Oostland Water, and Muidertrekvaart. Anglers across the country fish a wide range of waters, with opportunities varying by region and season.

With the , you can explore local hotspots anywhere in the Netherlands, see recent catches, and find out what's working near you.
🎣 What are anglers currently catching in the Netherlands?
Recent catches logged in the Netherlands include European perch, Northern pike, and Zander, with active reports coming in from waters like Kralingse Plas and Delftsche Vliet. What's biting changes week to week depending on weather, water temperature, and season.

Open the to see the latest reports from the Netherlands in real time — including bait, conditions, and exact locations.
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Popular States in the Netherlands
UtrechtGroningenZeelandGelderlandFrieslandDrentheFlevolandLimburgNorth BrabantNorth HollandOverijsselSouth Holland
Popular species in the Netherlands
European perchNorthern pikeCommon carpZanderCommon roachCommon breamCommon ruddMirror carpRound gobyTenchIdeWhite breamWhite sturgeonAspPrussian carpWels catfishEuropean seabassCrucian carpRainbow troutGrass carpPumpkinseedEuropean chubLeather carpEuropean eelSiberian sturgeonExplore species
Popular fishing waters in the Netherlands
Bergse PlassenOostland WaterMuidertrekvaartKralingse PlasDe DyeSliksloot2e DiemenUitgeestermeerWeespertrekvaartSmal WeespBikkersvaartIJsselDelftsche VlietNieuwe DiepGooimeerRotte MerenVeluwsche WeteringHaarsche WeteringRotteRijn-SchiekanaalPopular Waters