Westeinderplassen

Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 9
Species: 0

Nestled in the heart of Noord-Holland near the flower town of Aalsmeer, the Westeinderplassen is a sprawling peat lake covering approximately 1,000 hectares (2,471 acres) of open water. Situated at coordinates 52°14′34.4″N, 4°43′47.1″E, this shallow, clear lake is part of the famous peat lake district of Regio West and sits within easy reach of Amsterdam. The lake's wetlands, reed beds, and numerous islands create a rich and diverse ecosystem that supports an impressive variety of fish species, making it one of the more productive and ecologically significant fisheries in the region. With roughly 50 marinas dotting its shores, the Westeinderplassen is a well-developed water sports destination that balances recreational boating with quality angling opportunities.

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Westeinderplassen and what's needed to catch them.

No species information available.

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Westeinderplassen. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Know where you can legally fish on Westeinderplassen

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

North Holland licenses and regulations

No licenses or regulations available for North Holland.

Take Westeinderplassen with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

Use the map without signal
Download the map around Westeinderplassen to use it offline when coverage drops.
Log your catches here
Keep a private fishing journal for Westeinderplassen to find where and when fish are biting for you.
HD depth charts from Garmin
Find drop offs, ledges, channels, points and shallow flats with Garmin depth charts in the app.