If you love nature, then De Ganzenkuil is the place for you. There are no ‘created spots’ on this water, so nature has retained its beauty. The ideal water for carp anglers who like to be in nature and want to use a rubber boat. De Ganzenkuil is a challenging water with many slopes. De Ganzenkuil is home to a water with many carp and large carp!
De Ganzenkuil is a 19-hectare water located near Nijmegen in Gelderland. This crystal-clear excavation is originally a sand extraction pit, which means it has considerable depths of up to 22 meters. Because of these depths, it is also mandatory to use a rowing boat. The water can accommodate a maximum of 7 anglers (13 for exclusive reservations), so there is always enough space to fully enjoy your fishing!
+ Show more - Show less- Distance from Calais 95km
- Number of anglers: 7
- Dogs allowed: Alleen in overleg
- Lake size: 19ha
- Lake record: 30kg+
- Number of pegs: 7
The Ganzenkuil has an unspoiled and natural character that makes you feel like you’re in a true carp paradise. Overhanging trees, lily fields, a few curious sheep, and with a bit of luck, you might spot a deer coming to drink water. Far away from the hustle and bustle, in the midst of nature. No neatly arranged angling spots or a clubhouse. Back to nature. This is what the Ganzenkuil stands for.
Arrival and departure times
Arrival time 1:00 PM
Departure time 12:00 PM
The fishing spots
At Ganzenkuil, you have the option to charge your batteries. In case you need to frequently sail out or drill fish, or if you want to charge your phone. That’s already a very nice luxury! You can find these near the owner’s house on the left and right sides. As well as a point where there is drinking water. New for 2024, a welcome luxury: multiple toilets will be installed and you’ll have the option to shower. The shower is a welcome luxury on a cold day or for a longer stay! Don’t expect beautifully landscaped fishing spots with gravel or wood chips at Ganzenkuil. What you’ll find here are six natural spots, and you can move in consultation with the manager during your stay. Most spots offer plenty of space for two anglers. To complete the nature experience, there’s a good chance you’ll spot a deer or roe, and kingfishers will gratefully use your rod tips. However, there is a nearby factory that can disturb the natural peace during the week. You’ll notice this most at spot 4.
Spot 1 is a two-person spot and is combined with spot 7, which is also a two-person spot. When you reserve this, you can choose on location whether you want to fish from spot 1 or spot 7.
Spot 2 is a one-person spot. By popular request, it’s now possible again to reserve for 1 person
Spot 3 is a two-person spot
Spot 4 This can no longer be reserved online. And may only be fished from on location in consultation with the manager when spot 3 is still available.
Spot 5 is a two-person spot
Spot 6 can no longer be reserved online. And may only be chosen on location in consultation with the manager to move to.
On the map of Ganzenkuil, a private section is indicated. On this side of the water, you are not allowed to set up a bivvy. There are two entrances leading to the Ganzenkuil domain. Spots 1, 2, 3, and 4 use the small gate. Spots 5, 6, and 7 use the large gate. Spots 1, 3, and 4 are easily accessible by car via a gravel road. If you have a large van, it’s advisable to walk the path first before driving through, as the vegetation can be very wild in some months.
The road to the other spots is unpaved. During dry periods, you can easily reach here by car. In the wetter months, it’s advisable to check the road first before driving over it with your car. Trolleys/barrows are available by the water, and it’s also allowed to transport your gear to the spot by boat if needed. When everything is easily accessible, cars are allowed to stay at the spot. A maximum of 6 cars are allowed on the premises.
The fish stock
The water has traditionally had a beautiful stock of common and mirror carp. And beautiful dark old warriors have been caught. Due to the uneven bottom, it’s unfortunately not possible to net Ganzenkuil, so the exact stock is unknown. That’s why we also gladly receive your fish photos! Every year, fish are stocked at Ganzenkuil to supplement the fish stock. As a result, there are more than 100 fish over 15kg+ and also 30 fish of 19kg+. Regularly, 20-kilo carp are also caught. There is plenty of natural food available for all fish, allowing the carp to grow well! At Ganzenkuil, you hardly have any bycatch, only sometimes a tench manages to grab your bait.
Opinion
To optimize fish safety as much as possible, the use of an inflatable boat is mandatory, and you must bring it yourself. An inflatable boat is not only pleasant at Ganzenkuil but also necessary due to the many obstacles underwater. The use of an inflatable boat is at your own risk, and you are required to wear a life jacket.
There are many trees with overhanging branches by the water, and there are many lily fields. It’s much more pleasant to drill from your inflatable boat. It is possible to rent a boat on-site (if available)
De Ganzenkuil boasts a pristine and natural character, transporting you to a true carp paradise. Overhanging trees, lily pads, a few curious sheep, and with a bit of luck, you might spot a deer coming to drink water. Far away from the hustle and bustle, surrounded by nature. Several supermarkets are located within a 7 to 10-minute drive.
If you would like to use extra options, you can select this during your reservation
Available on-site
- 2x Aluminum fishing boat with electric motor + battery
Available for you
- You will need to bring all fishing equipment yourself
There is no accommodation available at the Ganzenkuil. However, there is a dry toilet and power points are available where you can charge your batteries, for example. Drinking water is also available.
Facilities
When you select the arrival and departure day in the calendar and select the spots, a price calculation will be automatically displayed. And you can book online.
Bookable per weekend, midweek, or week for the entire lake:
For 7 anglers, select all options spots 1/7, 2, 3, 5
For more than 7 anglers (max 13 anglers, contact us) Additional cost of €125 per weekend/midweek, €250 per week per angler.
Weekend
Non-angler €30
2-person spot: €250
1-person spot: €125
Entire lake for 7 anglers: €875
Midweek
Non-angler €40
2-person spot: €250
1-person spot: €125
Entire lake for 7 anglers: €875
Week
Non-angler €70
2-person spot: €500
1-person spot: €250
Entire lake for 7 anglers: €1750
Special winter discount
For the month of December, you can only rent the entire lake for 7 anglers at a special rate.
Weekend: 7 anglers €585
Midweek: 7 anglers €750
Week: 7 anglers €1200
All prices exclude €20 booking fee.
Rules
You must report to the administrator at the times listed below.
If you are unable to attend, please contact the manager by telephone.
Arrival: 1:00 PM
Departure 12:00 PM
On all the venues that Angling Escapes mediates you are required to take first aid/Carp Care with you and treat the carp with this.
The owner and Angling Escapes can not be held responisble for damage, loss and/ or theft of goods or accidents and/or injuries.
If you do not observe the owner his rules he may ask you to leave the premises. Angling Escapes will not be responsible for the withdrawal of your booking by the owner and will not refund your payment or deposit.
Angling Escapes reserves the right to, after violation of the rules, to refuse further business with the offender.
Importantly, make sure your travel and cancellation insurrance policy applies.
2. General Regulations
On all waters that Angling Escapes mediates, you are required to bring First Aid and treat the carp with it.
In cases not covered by these regulations, the manager, owner and/or Angling Escapes decides.
Neither the owner, the manager, nor Angling Escapes is liable for loss and/or theft of goods or accidents and/or personal injury. Both the manager/owners of the water and Angling Escapes cannot be held responsible for damage or loss of your belongings.
Important, ensure that you have taken out travel and cancellation insurance.
If the above rules are not respected, the owner may at any time force you to leave the premises without any refund of the travel sum.
We at Angling Escapes, the owner, and the manager of the property wish you excellent catches and hope your stay will be to your satisfaction.
per week / midweek / weekend
- Fri to Fri, Mon to Mon
Mon to Fri, Fri to Mon - Entire lake from: €875 (7 people)
- Maximum 7 people
Why book with Angling Escapes?
Why book with Angling Escapes?
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