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Meuse
Wels Catfish + Pike-perchborder river to NL
Europe · Fishing World Guide
Belgium.
Fishing in Belgium 2026: Permits, Best Spots, Charters & Costs
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target species
Yes
license needed
Apr–Dec
best season
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Do you need a license?
License
Yes.
Wallonia: From 12.50 EUR/day. Flanders: VISlijn from 13 EUR/year. Brussels: Own card.
›All license details
- Where to apply?
- In Wallonia: Online or at the post office. In Flanders: Online at visverlof.be.
- Cost
- Wallonia: From 12.50 EUR/day. Flanders: VISlijn from 13 EUR/year. Brussels: Own card.
- Validity
- Day or annual tickets. Valid only in the respective region!
- Available online?
- Yes
Belgium has THREE different systems — Flanders, Wallonia and Brussels! Each region has its own licenses and rules. Flanders has the VISlijn system (similar to the Dutch VISpas). Wallonia has the Permis de Peche.
When to go?
The season at a glance.
Best season
Predatory fish: June-December. Trout: April-September. Coast: Year-round.
Where to fish?
The top waters.
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Albert Canal
Pike-perch + Perchtop canal stretch
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Ourthe
Brown Trout + GraylingArdennes idyll
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Lac de la Plate Taille
Large pike + Perchtrolling allowed
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North Sea Coast
Sea Bass + Plaicesurf fishing
What's biting?
Your target species.
›+1 more species
Grayling
The rules.
Four things you need to know.
Closed seasons
Closed seasons
Pike: February-May. Zander: April-May. Trout: October-March. Varies by region!
Catch limits
Catch limits
Strictly regulated per region. Pike: 2-3/day. Zander: 2-3/day. Observe minimum sizes.
Prohibited methods
Prohibited methods
Live bait fish prohibited in Flanders. Night fishing restricted.
Catch & release
Catch & release
Common. Recommended for predatory fish in Flanders.
What does it cost?
13 €
License
Flanders: 13 EUR/year. Wallonia: 12.50 EUR/day or 37 EUR/year. Cheap!
150-250 €
Guide per day
150-250 EUR/day.
30-60 €
Daily budget
Budget: 30-60 EUR. Comfort: 150-250 EUR (Guide).
Bite times
The best fishing times — free.
Best fishing times
·Belgium50.50°, 4.47°
Plan your trip.
Everything in one place.
All the details
The fine print.
License in detail
In Wallonia: Online or at the post office. In Flanders: Online at visverlof.be. — Belgium has THREE different systems — Flanders, Wallonia and Brussels! Each region has its own licenses and rules. Flanders has the VISlijn system (similar to the Dutch VISpas). Wallonia has the Permis de Peche.
Rules in detail
Small but versatile! The Walloon Ardennes offer beautiful trout streams. Flanders: Canals and polders with pike and zander.
Freshwater
Canals, rivers and Ardennes streams. Small but densely populated with waters.
Saltwater
67 km North Sea coast. Seabass, flatfish, mackerel. Surf fishing popular.
Equipment
Good tackle shops in larger cities. Decathlon as basic outfitter.
Guides
Predatory fish guide: 150-250 EUR/day. Coastal fishing: 100-200 EUR.
Getting there
Very compact! Train excellent. Brussels by plane. Rental car optional.
Safety
Very safe country. Plan for rain.
Customs & fish export
EU member: No restrictions.
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All information without guarantee. Always check with the official local authorities. Not legal advice. Last updated: April 11, 2026
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