

Best for beginner divers, 6-25m, shore entry.
Casteleynse plas is a freshwater dive site located within the Vinkeveense Plassen lake system. The site features a mix of muck and reef zones, offering depths between 6 and 25 metres. Divers access the water via a shore entry located 30 metres from the parking area. The environment is calm and currentless, making it suitable for beginner divers and night diving. Visibility typically ranges from 2 to 8 metres. Divers should be aware of sharp rock and reef formations. Due to water temperatures that can drop to 4 degrees Celsius, appropriate thermal protection is required to prevent cold exposure.
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The south side features banks with tree branches hanging in the water, which creates a beautiful effect with incident sunlight.
Entry is permitted for members of the NNDF and De Zeewolf. Non-members can purchase a year permit via the NNDF website. Enter on the east side next to the jetty or on the south banks.
No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-25m
Visibility
2-8m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Yes, the site is well suited for beginners due to the calm, currentless water and the ability to choose depths between 6 and 25 metres.
The site offers a depth range of 6 to 25 metres.
Access is via a shore entry located 30 metres from the parking area.
The water is currentless with visibility ranging from 2 to 8 metres. Temperatures can reach as low as 4 degrees Celsius.
Divers should watch for sharp rocks and reef formations. Additionally, the cold water requires proper thermal protection to avoid cold exposure.