

Best for beginner divers, 5-12m, shore entry, mild current.
Vormersche plas is a freshwater lake dive located in the Limburg Lakes region, featuring an artificial reef that provides more structure than typical gravel pits. The site offers depths ranging from 5 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Divers enter from the shore, where parking is available for gear transport. Conditions include mild currents and visibility around 5 metres. A significant thermocline exists, with water temperatures dropping sharply below 4 to 6 metres. Divers should be prepared for cold water and potential entanglement hazards, ensuring adequate exposure protection and careful gas management throughout the dive.
51.80358, 5.69840
Discuss with local fishermen to avoid their lines and ensure a safe dive.
Approximately 60 metres walk from the unpaved parking area to the entry point.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-12m
Visibility
5m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers, though they should be prepared for cold water and thermocline conditions.
Depths at Vormersche plas range from 5 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
This is a shore entry dive with parking available nearby for straightforward gear transport.
Hazards include cold water, a significant thermocline, low visibility, and potential entanglement risks.
Diving at Vormersche plas in Wijchen requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Vormersche plas in Wijchen typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Vormersche plas in Wijchen typically ranges from 5 metres to 5 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.