

Best for beginner divers, 8-20m, shore entry.
Bucht von Doebriach is a freshwater site located on Millstätter See in Carinthia. This shore-entry location features an artificial reef structure at depths ranging from 8 to 20 metres. The site is suitable for beginners due to the absence of currents, though divers must remain vigilant regarding boat traffic and potential entanglement hazards near the reef. Visibility typically fluctuates between 5 and 15 metres. Given the cold water temperatures, a drysuit or thick wetsuit is recommended regardless of the season. The site is accessible for both day and night diving, with parking available directly on site.
46.77303, 13.64025
The lake water is cold regardless of season, so a drysuit or at minimum a thick wetsuit is strongly advised even in summer. Enter and surface well clear of the boat lane, and tow a surface marker buoy (SMB) so passing vessels can see you.
Döbriach is located on the eastern shore of the Millstätter See at 580 metres above sea level.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-20m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners as there are no currents to manage, allowing divers to focus on buoyancy and navigation.
The site offers depths ranging from 8 to 20 metres.
This is a shore entry site with parking available directly on site.
Yes, the site supports both diving and snorkelling activities.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, cold water temperatures, and potential entanglement hazards near the artificial reef structures.
Diving at Bucht von Doebriach in Döbriach requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Bucht von Doebriach in Döbriach typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.