

Best for intermediate divers, 3-8m, shore entry, moderate current.
Brouwerssluis is a shore-entry reef dive in the Oosterschelde, Netherlands, offering depths between 3 and 8 metres. This site is suited for intermediate divers who can manage moderate currents and visibility ranging from 1 to 4 metres. Divers frequently encounter Gray Seals and Harbor Seals, while other recorded species include Sepiola, Common Moon Jellyfish, Barrel Jellyfish, Rock Crabs, European Green Crabs, snails, and Rockpool Prawns. Night diving is permitted, providing a different experience of the reef structure. Due to the presence of entanglement hazards and sharp surfaces, maintain situational awareness and time your entry around slack water to navigate the currents effectively.
51.74770, 3.82260
Time your entry around slack water to manage the strong current, as conditions can shift quickly. Check locally for current facility availability before you arrive.
Enter from the beach, right before the parking lot. Dive north and return along the end of the pier.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-8m
Visibility
1-4m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
7-20°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Divers regularly encounter Gray Seals and Harbor Seals. Other species recorded at the site include Sepiola, Common Moon Jellyfish, Barrel Jellyfish, Rock Crabs, European Green Crabs, snails, and Rockpool Prawns.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the moderate currents and visibility conditions that require solid buoyancy control.
The site ranges from 3 to 8 metres in depth, with an average depth of 6 metres.
Brouwerssluis is a shore-entry dive located approximately 10 metres from the shore.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow depth range of 3 to 8 metres may allow for surface observation, though current conditions should be carefully monitored.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Brouwerssluis in Ellemeet. Water temperatures range from 7°C to 20°C.
Expect moderate currents at Brouwerssluis in Ellemeet. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Brouwerssluis in Ellemeet typically ranges from 1 metres to 4 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.