

Best for intermediate divers, 10-40m, shore entry.
Zevenhuizerplas het Strand is a freshwater lake site in the Netherlands featuring reef and wall topography. The site reaches depths of 40 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Divers access the water via a shore entry, with the main features located approximately 75 metres from the beach. Visibility varies between 2 and 7 metres, requiring solid navigation skills. Water temperatures range from 7C to 20C, necessitating appropriate thermal protection. The site is suitable for intermediate divers and offers facilities including parking, toilets, showers, a cafe, and first aid. Divers should be aware of potential entanglement risks and boat traffic.
51.98503, 4.57860
With visibility as low as 2 metres and entanglement risks present, carry a cutting tool and keep your dive plan conservative until you know how the site is reading on the day. The site has parking, toilets, showers, a café, and first aid on site, so it is well set up for a comfortable post-dive warm-up.
The site provides easy shore access with comfortable entry and exit points along the sheltered shoreline.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-40m
Visibility
2-7m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
7-20°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
The site supports a variety of temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates, including perch, pike, carp, and freshwater sponges.
No, the site is classified for intermediate divers due to the depth, variable visibility, and potential hazards.
The site features a reef and wall structure that drops to 40 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a shore-entry dive site.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow areas near the shore may be accessible for snorkelling, though visibility can be limited.
Diving at Zevenhuizerplas het Strand in Rotterdam requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Zevenhuizerplas het Strand in Rotterdam. Water temperatures range from 7°C to 20°C.
Visibility at Zevenhuizerplas het Strand in Rotterdam typically ranges from 2 metres to 7 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.