

Best for intermediate divers, 10-35m, shore entry, moderate current.
Botjes Zandgat is a freshwater dive site located within the Vinkeveense Plassen lake system. The site features an artificial reef that provides structure across a depth range of 10 to 35 metres. Divers should be prepared for variable conditions, with visibility ranging from 4 to 18 metres and moderate currents. Water temperatures fluctuate between 5C and 20C, though deeper sections often remain between 12C and 15C. Due to the significant depth, potential for low visibility, and overhead environment, this site is suited for intermediate divers with appropriate training. Shore entry is available, and the site includes parking, toilets, and showers to facilitate gear changes.
53.18152, 6.86145
Shore entry is straightforward and the site has parking, toilets, and showers on site, so a full kit change after a cold dive is manageable. Check conditions before entering as visibility and current can shift quickly, and the depth combined with an overhead environment means this is a site best approached with overhead-environment training or a qualified guide.
free access, sufficient parking available
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-35m
Visibility
4-18m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
5-20°C
Current
Moderate
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers. The combination of significant depth, potential for low visibility, and an overhead environment requires advanced training or a qualified guide.
The site depth ranges from 10 to 35 metres, with some areas reaching between 26 and 60 metres. Divers must monitor their depth gauges closely throughout the dive.
Yes, shore entry is straightforward. The site provides parking, toilets, and showers for diver convenience.
Conditions can shift quickly, with visibility ranging from 4 to 18 metres and moderate currents. Hazards include cold water, deep sections, and an overhead environment.
Diving at Botjes Zandgat in Zuidbroek requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Botjes Zandgat in Zuidbroek. Water temperatures range from 5°C to 20°C.