Netherlands

Hilversum

Hilversum - photo 1

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Hilversum is a landlocked city in the Netherlands. It isn’t a diving hub, but it sits within reach of freshwater and modest diving options nearby. The Dommel river nearby offers local freshwater diving opportunities for training or occasional dives, though the city itself does not lie on a coast. For more typical scuba experiences, divers travel to coastal towns on the North Sea or nearby lakes and reservoirs in the region a short drive away. Expect cool to temperate water in the limited local options, with basic underwater visibility and standard freshwater/diving conditions found in the area.

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 Hilversum

Nearby Dive Sites (11)

Nearby Dive Centers (2)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Hilversum

The best time to dive in Hilversum

The best months to dive in Hilversum 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 7/10
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 7/10

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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