This dive site, Bussloo, is a popular freshwater dive location in the Netherlands, renowned for its unique underwater park. Divers can explore a fascinating artificial landscape featuring two buses, a car, a pipe reef, an underwater housing, two practice platforms, building scaffolding, a monument for Kees Knol, and various cylinder bottoms. These numerous objects are interconnected by ropes, providing clear navigation paths for divers. The site is primarily used for training and recreational dives due to its varied structures and manageable depths.
The marine life, though freshwater, is diverse and includes species such as perch, pike, zander, carp, gudgeon, and occasionally tench. Large schools of small fish are frequently encountered, especially to the right from the entrance, adding a dynamic element to the underwater experience.
Bussloo is generally best visited during the warmer months when water temperatures are more comfortable and visibility might be at its best, though freshwater conditions can vary. It's an excellent site for beginners to practice skills and navigation, and for experienced divers looking for an unusual and interesting environment. Freedivers will also find the shallow depths and clear objects appealing for breath-hold training. Divers should be mindful of potential colder temperatures and prepare accordingly with appropriate exposure protection.
