

Best for beginner divers, 2-20m, shore entry.
Hemelrijk is a freshwater lake in the Limburg Lakes offering a diverse depth profile ranging from 2 to 40 metres. This site serves as a practical training ground, allowing beginners to remain in shallow areas while experienced divers explore the deeper sections. Divers can expect visibility between 10 and 30 metres, which assists with navigation and buddy contact. The site features a reef structure and is accessed directly from the shore. As a freshwater environment, there is no current to manage. A cafe is available on-site for post-dive refreshments. Due to the cold water temperatures, a drysuit or thick wetsuit is recommended for all dives.
51.63573, 5.68012
The water runs cold year-round in the Netherlands, so pack a drysuit or a thick wetsuit regardless of the season. A cafe on site means you can warm up with a hot drink after your dive.
Shore entry.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
Up to 20m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners as it offers shallow areas starting at 2 metres and lacks current, making it a practical training environment.
The depth at this freshwater lake ranges from 2 metres to 40 metres.
Entry to the water is made directly from the shore.
Visibility generally ranges from 10 to 30 metres, and there is no current to manage. Divers should be aware of cold water temperatures and potential entanglement hazards.
The best months to visit Hemelrijk in Volkel are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.