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- Coarse Fishing
- Carp Fishing
- Sea Fishing
- Game Fishing
Resort de Arendshorst is situated directly on the river Vecht and offers great value self-contained accommodation. The Bungavans are compact and modern. Each Bungavan will accommodate parties of two to three male anglers in two bedrooms. One bedroom has a double bed, and the second bedroom has two single beds.
Facilities onsite include reception and English-speaking staff, safe and secure car parking. For 2026 the new bistro café/restaurant and bar will be reopened for the main season. Check opening hours nearer your travel date.
Fishing: There are no river frontage chalets available in 2026 as these have been replaced and are all under private ownership. Guests in the standard bungavans can still access and fish the river from the camping area.
Most guests fish the River Vechte downstream of Ommen and around Dalfsen down to Kampen. The Zwartewater is interconnected and offers good fishing too. There are a number of lakes in the vicinity all with good coarse fishing. The River Ijssel is a short drive away and offers some of the best coarse fishing in the area. It’s a big river but all fishing is done fishing the “slacks” behind each of the many stone groins. You can fish a short cast with the feeder or around 12 meters out on the pole. Clients have reported excellent bags of mixed coarse fish including quality Roach, Hybrids, Ide, Bream and Barbel. Big carp will also show from time to time. This is a prolific water. Do not be put off by the size as it’s the 10 to 20 foot margins that you feed and fish. A stiff mix ground-bait and plenty of particle (stewed wheat) is crucial.
Please note that the general private car park is located at the reception. The barrier to the Bungalows is closed from 2200 to 0800 hours. Clients are provided with a key/pass for Bungalow access between 0800 and 2200 hours. Clients are expected to park in the main car park if arriving after 2200 or wishing to leave before 0800.
Bait fridges are available but must be preordered and paid for locally.
This excellent value and well run holiday park is about 90 minutes drive from your port of arrival.
PRICES FROM:
LOW SEASON - Stena Day Ferry & 7 nights self-catering
Car and 2 - £543 per person
LOW SEASON - P&O NSF (Overnight cruise ferry with cabin) & 7 nights self-catering
Car and 2 - £609 per person
Supplements apply for peak dates and vans
Prices may be subject to change - please contact us direct for the latest deals
Fishing around Central East Holland - Overijssel, Dalfsen and Harderwick
The IJssel is a vast and powerful river that may seem intimidating at first, but focusing on the margins can yield impressive catches of large bream, hybrids, roach, and ide. This waterway is best tackled with feeder or pole fishing and is one of the rare locations where barbel can be found. Don’t be discouraged by its size and strong current—targeting areas just off the main flow and introducing plenty of feed into your swim will attract the abundant shoals of coarse fish.
In contrast, the Vechte offers a gentler fishing experience with excellent coarse fishing opportunities. Depending on the flow, methods such as waggler, pole, stick, and feeder fishing can all be highly effective. Like any river, the Vechte thrives on a steady flow, and the surrounding area offers numerous backwaters and still waters to explore in a picturesque setting.
Harderwijk provides a diverse fishing experience with an extensive network of canals—both large and small—as well as a variety of still waters. This area offers excellent coarse fishing away from the crowds and is conveniently located about 90 minutes from the ports. As with most waters in the Netherlands, these areas tend to have a natural colour to them, encouraging fish to feed closer to the bank.
Using ground bait enriched with plenty of particles is highly effective. Pre-baiting lakes and canals can enhance your success, while frequent and generous feeding is crucial during the warmer months on rivers. Stewed wheat serves as an affordable and effective bulk feed, and chopped worm is an essential addition when targeting bream.
