

Best for beginner divers, 1-50m, shore entry.
Eiland 4 in the Vinkeveense Plassen offers a freshwater diving experience featuring wrecks and artificial reefs. Located 50 metres from the shore, the site provides depths ranging from 1 to 50 metres with an average of 12 metres. Divers can expect visibility between 5 and 15 metres. The area is demarcated to exclude other water sports, ensuring a dedicated space for diving. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and air fills. Divers should be aware of potential hazards including boat traffic, cold water, deep sections, and overhead environments. Thermoclines are present, and water temperatures fluctuate significantly between summer and winter months.
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The bus is one of the most famous underwater objects at the site; look inside to spot a large pike.
Accessible from the road. A license is required, which can be obtained at the nearby dive centre AIR Diving.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 50m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 1 to 50 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Eiland 4 is a shore entry dive site located 50 metres from the shore.
While the site is primarily used for diving, it is located in a demarcated zone protected from other water sports.
Visibility ranges from 5 to 15 metres. Water temperatures vary from 18°C to 22°C in summer and 2°C to 5°C in winter, with thermoclines present.
Diving at Eiland 4 in Vinkeveen requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Eiland 4 in Vinkeveen are June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.