

Best for beginner divers, 1-7m, shore entry, mild current.
De Melle is a freshwater artificial reef site in Todi, Belgium, designed as a practical training environment for divers. The site features a shore entry located 10 metres from the water, with depths ranging from 1 to 7 metres and an average depth of 6 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility between 3 and 10 metres. The site is equipped with convenient facilities including parking, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station. Divers should exercise caution regarding sharp structures and potential boat traffic during entry. Open Water certification is required to dive at this location.
51.29470, 4.96250
The site is diveable year-round, so cold-weather visits are realistic with appropriate exposure protection for Belgian freshwater conditions. On-site parking, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station make it a convenient day trip with no need to haul wet kit far.
Access is permitted only between sunrise and sunset. The site is located at de Picken 1, 2300 Turnhout.
No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 7m
Visibility
3-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners and serves as a practical training ground for those working towards confidence in open water.
The depth at De Melle ranges from 1 to 7 metres, with an average depth of 6 metres.
De Melle is a shore-entry site located 10 metres from the water.
Conditions include mild currents and visibility ranging from 3 to 10 metres depending on the day.
Divers should watch for boat traffic during entry, avoid entanglement in debris, and use caution around sharp structures on the artificial reef.
Diving at De Melle in Turnhout requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.