

Best for beginner divers, 2-15m, shore entry.
Hilgelo is a freshwater lake dive site in the Limburg Lakes featuring an artificial reef. The site offers a controlled environment for divers to practise skills, with depths ranging from 2 to 15 metres and an average depth of 10 metres. Shore access is available, with the reef located approximately 20 metres from the water's edge. Visibility is variable, typically between 1 and 5 metres, providing a useful setting for low-visibility training. Divers should remain aware of potential entanglement hazards when navigating the metal structures. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a cafe.
51.99413, 6.71968
The site has parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a cafe on site, so you can travel light and take your time between dives. Dive early in the day when weekend foot traffic is lower and the water has had less disturbance.
Recreatiegebied Hilgelo is accessible by car with parking available on site.
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Depth
Up to 15m
Visibility
1-5m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
94 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners as it provides a structured environment without currents to contend with.
Depths at the site range from 2 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Hilgelo is a shore entry dive site, with the artificial reef located 20 metres from the shore.
The main hazard is the risk of entanglement around the metal structures of the artificial reef.
The site provides parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a cafe.
Diving at Hilgelo in Winterswijk requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Hilgelo in Winterswijk typically ranges from 1 metres to 5 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.