

Best for beginner divers, 3-25m, shore entry.
Toolenburgse Plas is a freshwater dive site in the Netherlands featuring a variety of underwater structures, including wrecks, cars, training platforms, and an old cannon. Divers can access the site from the shore, with the main features located approximately 50 metres out. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 3 to 25 metres and an average depth of 7 metres. Visibility typically fluctuates between 2 and 5 metres. The site offers facilities including parking, toilets, showers, a rinse station, a cafe, and a dive shop. Night diving is permitted, and the habitat supports various temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates.
52.29986, 4.64452
Drive slowly on the IJweg due to high speed bumps.
Free access. Parking is available at IJweg 1270, 2133 MJ Hoofddorp. The site is a shore dive with a shallow entry area.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-25m
Visibility
2-5m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
7-20°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
The site supports a variety of temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates typical of the region, including various perch, carp, and eel species.
Yes, Toolenburgse Plas is suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 3 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres.
Yes, entry to the water is via the shore.
Water temperatures range from 7C in February and March to 20C in August.
Diving at Toolenburgse Plas in Hoofddorp requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Toolenburgse Plas in Hoofddorp. Water temperatures range from 7°C to 20°C.