Netherlands

Vinkeveen

Vinkeveen sits near Amsterdam in the central Netherlands and is best known for its freshwater diving in the nearby Dommel river and local quarry ponds. The city itself is not a coastal diving hub, but it serves as a practical gateway for divers seeking short trips to nearby freshwater sites and the larger North Sea coast within a few hours’ drive. Expect calm, clean water and visibility suited to training and recreational dives at local pits and river venues, with centers typically offering courses, rental equipment, and guided dives.

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 Vinkeveen

Nearby Dive Sites (19)

Nearby Dive Centers (2)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Vinkeveen

The best time to dive in Vinkeveen

The best months to dive in Vinkeveen are from April to August. Temperatures are confortable (11-19°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
3 °C 6/10
02 - Feb.
4 °C 6/10
03 - Mar.
7 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
11 °C 7/10
05 - May
14 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
18 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
19 °C 6/10
08 - Aug.
18 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
15 °C 6/10
10 - Oct.
12 °C 5/10
11 - Nov.
8 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
6 °C 6/10

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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