Netherlands

Heinkenszand

Heinkenszand is a small town in the southwestern Netherlands. It sits near the coast of Zeeland and is not a primary diving hub. Nearby freshwater options include Veerse Meer, a large lake suitable for training and limited shallow dives when conditions permit, typically used by local clubs for practice. The town itself has limited diving infrastructure; most diving activity in the area centers on nearby coastal sites in Zeeland with access from larger towns. Expect calm, brackish conditions in the lake and standard North Sea access from the coastal towns for divers seeking day trips or courses. For those visiting Heinkenszand, plan for short drives to dive centers or lakes offering basic training and water practice rather than destination diving in the city itself.

Essential information for traveling in Netherlands

About Netherlands

Sea
North Sea, Caribbean Sea, La Manche and North A...
Timezone
Europe/Amsterdam
Languages
NL
Demonym
Dutch
Phone prefix
+31

Practicalities

Currency
EUR
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type C, Type F
Airports
AMS RTM EIN GRQ MAA

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Heinkenszand

Nearby Dive Sites (30)

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Heinkenszand

The best time to dive in Heinkenszand

The best months to dive in Heinkenszand are from June to August. Temperatures are confortable (18-19°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
4 °C 6 °C 7/10
02 - Feb.
4 °C 4 °C 8/10
03 - Mar.
7 °C 6 °C 9/10
04 - Apr.
11 °C 10 °C 9/10
05 - May
14 °C 14 °C 8/10
06 - Jun.
18 °C 18 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
19 °C 21 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
19 °C 21 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
16 °C 19 °C 7/10
10 - Oct.
13 °C 15 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
9 °C 11 °C 7/10
12 - Dec.
6 °C 8 °C 8/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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