This dive site, De Baars at Oostplas Tilburg, is a carefully developed freshwater spot offering a unique underwater experience. Divers can explore a miniature car yard, cages, and a diverse natural landscape of roots, walls, and reeds. The site also features an intriguing amount of rubble and building materials, creating an varied topography and many hiding places for marine life. It's known for being a beautiful and well-established local dive.
Life is abundant here, with divers likely to encounter crayfish, various types of freshwater fish often referred to as 'bosses', and numerous aquatic insects. These creatures frequently hide in the many holes and crevices found throughout the site, providing excellent opportunities for macro observation and photography. The reeds also offer shelter for smaller fish and invertebrates.
De Baars is suitable for diving year-round, although colder months may offer better visibility in freshwater lakes. Divers are encouraged to meticulously search the nooks and crannies to discover the rich macro life. Its shallow depths make it an ideal location for beginner divers, training, snorkeling, and freediving, offering plenty to see without significant depth challenges.
