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Patrick Van Der Wal
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Patrick Van Der Wal

Medemblik, Netherlands
50+ reviews
Captain Patrick is a 30 year-old professional angler with experience to fish in all the rivers and lakes. His favorite fish to go after is Pike because he enjoys the chase. As an avid nature lover, he spends most of his time out in the water sharing his knowledge with his guests, family and friends. Don't let his young appearance fool you, he knows where to find the fish and how to catch them, this is his passion after all. His motto is: 'Never stop the chase!'

Charters

Rating

5.0
80 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

100%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish

All reviews (80)

Showing 1 – 5 of 80 reviews
  • Tino Bäuerlein
    Tino Bäuerlein
    de
    Germany
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Es war ein großartiger Ausflug!

    5.5 Hour Trip • 1 adult

    Kapitän Patrick hat mich pünktlich am vereinbarten Treffpunkt abgeholt, wir machten das Boot startklar und dann ging's los. Haben viele tolle Spots angefahren und hatten viele gute Fische auf dem Bildschirm. Fingen dann zwei super Zander, Barsche und Hecht mit über einem Meter!! Obwohl die Bedingungen nicht ideal waren, da es sehr heiß war, hat Patrick das abolute Maximum an diesem Tag rausgeholt! Patrick ist ein super Typ mit dem man einfach auskommt, hat eine riesige Erfahrung bei dem was er tut und bringt einen locker und entspannt zum Fisch. Danke für diesen tollen Trip!

    Reported catch:
    Pike Perch (Zander)
    Northern Pike
    European Perch
    Response from Captain

    it was great hosting you and Fishing together. It was an awesome day. Thank you so much.

  • Barbara Martin
    Barbara Martin
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Patrick is Terrific

    4 Hour Trip • 4 adults

    Captain Patrick has boundless energy with great patience. My 13 year old grandson had limited fishing experience, so Captain Patrick tailored the fishing trip to fit him. My grandson thoroughly enjoyed the experience and it was worth every Euro spent!! And, yes, my grandson caught fish!! 100% recommend to anyone looking to fish at any skill level.

    Response from Captain

    thanks a lot Barbara had a lot of fun hosting all of you and Fishing together with your grandson 

  • Mario Borgetto
    Mario Borgetto
    de
    Germany
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    Zanderangeln

    5.5 Hour Trip • 2 adults

    Es war etwas windig an diesem Tag, was das Angeln nicht leichter machte. Leider zu windig für Ijsselmeer. Pat bracht uns zu einem See in der Nähe. Wir fuhren dort mehrere seiner Spots an. Auf Eche und Livescope waren auch eine Menge Fische zu erkennen, die leider nicht in Beisslaune waren. Der Wind hat es auch schwierig gemacht Bisse zu erkennen. Pat ist ein cooler und guter Guide! Am Ende konnten wir noch zwei Zander ans Band bekommen.

    Reported catch:
    Pike Perch (Zander)
    Response from Captain

    thanks for the day! sometimes fishing can be tough because of the wind we have to deal with in the Netherlands. see you again!

  • Eva Tylkova
    Eva Tylkova
    Repeat angler
    fr
    France
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    great time

    7 hour trip (full day) • 3 adults • 1 child

    Amazing experience with Patrick, very professional and fun. My son was extremely happy and said it was his best fishing trip ever.

    Reported catch:
    Northern Pike
    Response from Captain

    awesome fishing! your son is a great fisherman!!!

  • Mats Bierkämper
    Mats Bierkämper
    de
    Germany
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Meter Hecht gefangen!

    5.5 Hour Trip • 2 adults

    Ich hatte zusammen mit meinem Papa einen sehr schönen Angelausflug. Es hat alles gestimmt und wir haben erstmals einen Hecht über einen Meter gefangen! Das Gewässer ist super für grosse Hechte. Patrick ist ein kompetenter Angelguide. Auf jeden Fall empfehlenswert 👍

    Reported catch:
    Northern Pike
    Response from Captain

    Was great meeting you and fishing together! BIIIIIIG pike day

Real catches shared by our community

  • All over Netherlands Predator Fishing guide
    All over Netherlands Predator Fishing guideMedemblik
    Young angler proudly holding a large northern pike aboard a small fishing boat, with a family member celebrating on the water.
    Fish 1
    Northern Pike
    Eva T.
    Eva T.
    Amazing experience with Patrick, very professional and fun. My son was extremely happy and said it was his best fishing trip ever.
  • Streetfishing Amsterdam
    Streetfishing AmsterdamAmsterdam
    Two anglers proudly hold a large northern pike aboard a small fishing boat on an overcast lake.
    Fish 1
    Northern Pike
    Brydon B.
    Brydon B.
  • Trophy Pike fishing Netherlands
    Trophy Pike fishing NetherlandsAlmere
    Solo angler proudly holding a large northern pike aboard a small fishing boat on open water.
    Fish 1
    Northern Pike
    Martins L.
    Martins L.
  • Fly Fishing Amsterdam/Netherlands
    Fly Fishing Amsterdam/NetherlandsAlmere
    Angler holding a large northern pike aboard a small fishing boat on a calm lake.
    Fish 1
    Northern Pike
    Paul G.
    Paul G.
    Despite not catching anything, although captain Patrick did, it was a beautiful experience to be out on this expanse of water. It makes the ‘hustle and bustle’ of Amstrerdam seem a million miles away.
  • Streetfishing Amsterdam
    Streetfishing AmsterdamAmsterdam
    Angler proudly displaying a large Walleye caught during a fishing trip on a calm lake.
    Tim L.
    Tim L.
    Patrick is a great guide. He is knowledgeable and works hard. Very nice day on the water.
  • All over Netherlands Predator Fishing guide
    All over Netherlands Predator Fishing guideMedemblik
    A young angler proudly displaying a large Northern Pike while fishing from a boat, with a marina backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Northern Pike
    Dirk S.
    Dirk S.
    Wir haben drei Hechte gefangen. Leider hat kein Zander gebissen. Der Kapitän war klasse. Er hat uns Sachen erklärt und uns auch geholfen. Wir hatten einen tollen Angeltrip an diesem Tag. Absolut empfehlenswert!
  • Trophy Pike fishing Netherlands
    Trophy Pike fishing NetherlandsAlmere
    An angler proudly displaying a large Northern Pike while seated on a boat, enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Northern Pike
    Mats B.
    Mats B.
    Ich hatte zusammen mit meinem Papa einen sehr schönen Angelausflug. Es hat alles gestimmt und wir haben erstmals einen Hecht über einen Meter gefangen! Das Gewässer ist super für grosse Hechte. Patrick ist ein kompetenter Angelguide. Auf jeden Fall empfehlenswert 👍
  • Amsterdam Predator Fishing Perch Pike Zander
    Amsterdam Predator Fishing Perch Pike ZanderAmsterdam
    Angler proudly displaying a freshly caught Walleye while fishing on a sunny day.
    Marlene T.
    Marlene T.
    Super sortie sur le plus grand lac artificiel d'Europe, capitaine au top qui connait très bien son terrain de jeu, et qui est surtout très chaleureux
  • Trophy Pike fishing Netherlands
    Trophy Pike fishing NetherlandsAlmere
    Angler proudly displaying a large Northern Pike while fishing on a calm lake.
    Fish 1
    Northern Pike
    Tino B.
    Tino B.
    Kapitän Patrick hat mich pünktlich am vereinbarten Treffpunkt abgeholt, wir machten das Boot startklar und dann ging's los. Haben viele tolle Spots angefahren und hatten viele gute Fische auf dem Bildschirm. Fingen dann zwei super Zander, Barsche und Hecht mit über einem Meter!! Obwohl die Bedingungen nicht ideal waren, da es sehr heiß war, hat Patrick das abolute Maximum an diesem Tag rausgeholt! Patrick ist ein super Typ mit dem man einfach auskommt, hat eine riesige Erfahrung bei dem was er tut und bringt einen locker und entspannt zum Fisch. Danke für diesen tollen Trip!
  • Amsterdam Predator Fishing Perch Pike Zander
    Amsterdam Predator Fishing Perch Pike ZanderAmsterdam
    Angler proudly displaying a large Walleye while fishing on a sunny day.
    Daniel S.
    Daniel S.
    caught two Zander 73 and 78cm. Perfect day

Fishing reports

Angler proudly displaying a freshly caught Walleye while fishing on a calm river.

Good zander fishing

Feb 27, 2026 • Amsterdam
Great times for catching these Sanders slowly moving towards the shallows
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Angler proudly displaying a large Walleye while fishing on a cloudy day.

Great zander fishing day after day

Feb 25, 2026 • Medemblik
Overall, the fishing is great with biting moments
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80cm zanders

Sep 14, 2025 • Amsterdam
Good fishing with clients
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A young angler proudly displaying a large Northern Pike while fishing on a boat, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.

Pike fishing is great currently

Sep 6, 2025 • Almere
Great fish currently. Bigger fish are eating for the winter
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A young angler proudly displaying a large Walleye while fishing on a calm day, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.

Amstwrdam zander fishing on fire

Sep 5, 2025 • Amsterdam
Great fishing for familys
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Family trip for pike

Sep 4, 2025 • Amsterdam
Last week couple BIG pike had been caught
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