

Best for beginner divers, 2-30m, shore entry, mild current.
Hondenstrand in Grevelingen offers a diverse underwater environment featuring a wall, muck areas, and reef structures. Suitable for beginners, the site allows for shallow dives at an average depth of 4 metres, with the option to descend to 30 metres. Visibility typically ranges between 4 and 10 metres. Divers should plan entries around slack water to manage mild currents, as tidal flow can increase. The site is accessed from the shore, though caution is advised regarding surf and shore breaks. Water temperatures fluctuate from 7C in winter to 20C in summer. The habitat supports a variety of temperate marine life and invertebrates typical of the region.
51.98300, 4.56320
Follow the clay walls just above the bottom to encounter many eels, some as thick as an upper arm.
Enter the water from the beach. The site is located at Adriaan Huysmanpad 3059, Rotterdam.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 30m
Visibility
4-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
7-20°C
Current
Mild
The site supports a variety of temperate marine life and invertebrates typical of the North Sea environment.
Yes, the site is suitable for newly certified divers, offering shallow areas to build confidence.
Depths range from 2 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 4 metres.
Hondenstrand is a shore entry site. Divers should be prepared for potential surf and shore breaks during entry.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow areas are accessible for those with appropriate experience in temperate, low-visibility conditions.
Diving at Hondenstrand in Rotterdam requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Hondenstrand in Rotterdam. Water temperatures range from 7°C to 20°C.
Hondenstrand in Rotterdam typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Hondenstrand in Rotterdam typically ranges from 4 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.