01 | LAWS & REGULATIONS
Where can you go metal detecting?
Learn about Dutch metal detecting rules, landowner permission, local restrictions, reporting archaeological finds and detecting responsibly.
Explore Dutch laws and regulations →
Explore metal detecting guides covering Dutch regulations, choosing a detector, getting started, search techniques and the XP Knowledge Centre from Detect.
DETECT KNOWLEDGE CENTRE
Metal detecting starts with curiosity. But where are you allowed to search, which metal detector should you choose, and how can you get more from your equipment?
In the Detect Metaaldetectors knowledge centre, you'll find practical information for beginners and experienced detectorists alike. From metal detecting regulations in the Netherlands and your first day in the field to detector settings, search coils and XP product guides.
Choose the topic you'd like to explore. You'll find more detailed information in our individual guides.
What would you like to learn? Each category includes practical advice and easy-to-follow explanations.
01 | LAWS & REGULATIONS
Learn about Dutch metal detecting rules, landowner permission, local restrictions, reporting archaeological finds and detecting responsibly.
Explore Dutch laws and regulations →02 | CHOOSING A METAL DETECTOR
Discover what matters when buying a detector. Compare models based on budget, experience, ease of use and detecting conditions.
Explore our buying guides →03 | GETTING STARTED
Your first detector, essential accessories, practical detecting advice and identifying your first finds. Everything you need to get started with confidence.
Explore beginner guides →04 | TIPS & TECHNIQUES
Understand detection depth, Target ID, ground balance, operating frequencies, recovery speed and troubleshooting.
Explore detecting tips →05 | XP KNOWLEDGE CENTRE
Guides covering DEUS II, ICON and ICON X, FMF search coils, ST headphones, firmware updates, wireless pairing and pinpointers.
Visit the XP Knowledge Centre →Looking for a specific answer? These guides will help you get started.
At Detect, we help people every day who are getting started with metal detecting or want to improve their results. Our knowledge centre brings together that experience in clear explanations and practical examples.
You can also visit our showroom in Almelo, the Netherlands, to explore metal detectors, compare models and get personal advice. As the official XP Metal Detectors importer for the Netherlands, we also offer specialist knowledge of XP detectors and accessories.
Detect Metaaldetectors – Bedrijvenpark Twente 322 E, Almelo, the Netherlands.
