

Best for beginner divers, 4-50m, shore entry.
De Mussels is an artificial reef located in the Vinkeveense Plassen, offering a versatile shore-entry dive site. The topography descends from 4 metres to a maximum depth of 50 metres, providing a controlled environment for divers to build experience. Visibility generally ranges between 5 and 10 metres. Divers should be aware of a thermocline and seasonal temperature fluctuations between 2°C and 20°C. Due to the nature of the artificial reef structure, there is a risk of entanglement; maintaining precise buoyancy control is essential. The site is accessible year-round and supports night diving, with facilities including parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station available on site.
52.85060, 6.48485
The site has parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station on site, so you can travel light and plan back-to-back dives without hassle. For night dives, arrive before dark to familiarise yourself with the entry point and any lines or structures near the shallows.
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Depth
4-50m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though divers should remain within their certification limits given the depth range of 4 to 50 metres.
The site features a depth range starting at 4 metres and extending down to 50 metres.
De Mussels is a shore-entry dive site.
The main hazard is the risk of entanglement within the artificial reef structure. Divers must maintain proper buoyancy control to avoid contact with these features.
Yes, night diving is permitted. It is recommended to arrive before dark to familiarise yourself with the entry point and nearby structures.
Diving at De Mussels in Beilen requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at De Mussels in Beilen typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.