

Best for beginner divers, 10-18m, shore entry.
Berendonck Aquavilla is a purpose-built freshwater dive site located within the Limburg Lakes. The site features artificial reef structures that provide structured terrain for divers to explore at depths ranging from 10 to 18 metres. With no current, the environment is suitable for beginner divers to practice buoyancy control. Visibility is variable, typically between 1 and 7 metres, requiring divers to maintain close contact with their team. The site is accessible from the shore, located 50 metres out, and supports night diving. On-site facilities include a dive shop, showers, toilets, and changing rooms. Divers should be mindful of entanglement risks around the artificial structures.
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The site has full facilities including a dive shop, showers, and changing rooms, so it works well as a training dive without needing to pack everything from home. Be mindful of entanglement risk around the artificial reef structures, particularly in low visibility, and keep your kit streamlined.
Enter the water via the jetty and follow the rope to reach the underwater house. Registration is required via the administrator, Duiktam De Kaaiman.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-18m
Visibility
1-7m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Best Time
May, Jun
Species recorded around this area include snails, though specific sightings at this exact site are not confirmed.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the lack of current and the presence of structured artificial reefs.
The depth at Berendonck Aquavilla ranges from 10 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Yes, the site is accessed from the shore and is located approximately 50 metres out.
Visibility is variable and typically ranges between 1 and 7 metres, so divers should monitor their depth gauge and stay close to their team.
Diving at Berendonck Aquavilla in Wijchen requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Berendonck Aquavilla in Wijchen are May and June. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.