

Best for advanced divers, 2-50m, shore entry, strong current.
Schelphoek is a challenging shore-accessible reef and wall site located near the Zeelandbrug. The topography drops to a maximum depth of 50 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres, making it suitable for advanced divers. Divers must navigate strong currents and variable visibility ranging from 2 to 10 metres. Entry is from the shore, where sharp rocks and potential surf require careful planning. Due to the depth profile and cold water temperatures between 7 and 20 degrees Celsius, strict buoyancy control and decompression planning are essential. Parking is available on site, but divers should time their entry around slack water to manage the current.
51.68430, 3.81827
Time your entry around slack water to manage the strong current, and check the surf conditions at the shore entry point before gearing up, as a shore break can make entry and exit genuinely hazardous. Parking is available on site, but bring your own refreshments as facilities are limited to that.
Park in the car park at Schelphoek along Serooskerkseweg. Walk from the car park towards the dike. On the sea side, you will see the water and the long breakwater, where you will enter the water.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 50m
Visibility
2-10m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
7-20°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
40 min
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the deep profile, strong currents, and potential for decompression requirements.
The site features a reef and wall that drops to 50 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Schelphoek is a shore entry site located 450 metres from the shore.
Conditions include strong currents and visibility between 2 and 10 metres. Water temperatures range from 7 to 20 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
Divers should watch for sharp rocks at the entry point, manage strong currents by timing dives with slack water, and monitor for nitrogen narcosis and decompression needs at depth.
Diving at Schelphoek in Serooskerke requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Schelphoek in Serooskerke. Water temperatures range from 7°C to 20°C.