Dive-site story
Located along the southern shore of the island of Tholen, this site features a steep underwater slope blanketed in oyster beds and hard substrata. Divers enter from the stone dike into the tidal waters of the Oosterschelde, navigating past clusters of dahlia anemones and colonial tunicates. Current timing dictates the profile, meaning dives are strictly planned around slack water to avoid strong drift out toward the deeper shipping fairway.
Extensive oyster banks providing refuge for European lobsters and shore crabs
Regular spring cuttlefish breeding activity on installed sepia sticks
Dense clusters of dahlia anemones across the rocky embankment
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Spring brings mating cephalopods into the shallows, while summer offers the most comfortable water temperatures.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common cuttlefishSepia officinalis | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| European lobsterHomarus gammarus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Dahlia anemoneUrticina felina | Common | ||||||||||||
| ButterfishPholis gunnellus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Shore crabCarcinus maenas | Common |
Marine forecast
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