

Best for beginner divers, 5-25m, shore entry, mild current.
Zeelandbrug is an artificial reef site in the Oosterschelde, offering shore-entry diving suitable for beginners. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres. Divers should expect variable visibility between 1 and 6 metres and mild currents, though stronger flows can occur. Due to the artificial structure, there is a risk of entanglement; divers are advised to keep equipment streamlined and carry a cutting tool. Water temperatures fluctuate between 7 and 20 degrees Celsius, necessitating appropriate thermal protection. The site provides parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, and air fills, and is accessible for night diving.
51.73982, 3.82942
Diving must be precisely timed to slack water, the brief period between tidal flows, as currents can be impossible to swim against.
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Depth
5-25m
Visibility
1-6m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
7-20°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is suitable for newly certified divers looking to build experience in temperate conditions.
Depths range from 5 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres.
Zeelandbrug is a shore-entry dive site.
The primary hazard is the risk of entanglement around the artificial structure.
Yes, the site offers parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, and air fills.
Diving at Zeelandbrug in Scharendijke requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Zeelandbrug in Scharendijke. Water temperatures range from 7°C to 20°C.
Zeelandbrug in Scharendijke typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Zeelandbrug in Scharendijke typically ranges from 1 metres to 6 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.