

Best for beginner divers, 4-10m, shore entry.
Wolphaartsdijk is a shore-accessible dive site located in the Veerse Meer, Netherlands. The site features a combination of natural reef and artificial reef structures, providing varied terrain at depths between 4 and 10 metres. It is suitable for beginner divers, with an average depth of 6 metres and straightforward shore entry. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres, though it can shift quickly. Divers should remain aware of potential entanglement hazards near the artificial structures. On-site facilities include parking, air fills, and a cafe. Species recorded around this area include various crabs, cuttlefish, sea slugs, and jellyfish, alongside temperate reef fish and invertebrates.
51.54705, 3.81155
Visibility can shift quickly in the Veerse Meer, so dive earlier in the day before recreational boat traffic stirs up sediment. Watch your buoyancy around the artificial reef sections, as there are entanglement hazards if you stray too close to submerged structures.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
4-10m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
7-20°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
45 min
Species recorded around this area include European Common Cuttlefish, crabs, grey sea slugs, and various jellyfish, as well as temperate reef fish and invertebrates.
Yes, Wolphaartsdijk is considered a forgiving shore dive suitable for newly certified divers.
The site ranges from 4 to 10 metres in depth, with an average depth of 6 metres.
This is a shore dive with straightforward entry from the coast.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow depths of 4 to 10 metres may allow for snorkelling depending on visibility and surface conditions.
Diving at Wolphaartsdijk in Veerse meer requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Wolphaartsdijk in Veerse meer. Water temperatures range from 7°C to 20°C.
Visibility at Wolphaartsdijk in Veerse meer typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.