

Best for advanced divers, 4-70m, boat entry, mild current.
Große Steinwand is a deep freshwater wall dive located in Weissensee, Austria. The site features a wall that drops from 4 metres down to a maximum depth of 70 metres. Divers experience visibility ranging from 15 to 20 metres with mild currents. Due to the significant depth and cold water temperatures, which include thermoclines at 5 to 7 metres and winter lows of 3 to 4°C, this site is suitable only for advanced divers. Access is by boat, and divers should be aware of hazards including cold water, depth, and potential entanglement. Facilities available on site include air fills, equipment rental, and a rinse station.
46.70580, 13.34176
Cold water at depth can catch divers off guard even in summer, so dial in your thermal protection before entry rather than after. Air fills, equipment rental, and a rinse station are available on site, so travelling light is practical if your own kit is marginal for the conditions.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
4-70m
Visibility
15-20m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Current
Mild
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the significant depth and challenging conditions.
The wall drops from a shallow depth of 4 metres down to 70 metres.
Access to the site requires a boat.
Considerable thermoclines occur between 5 and 7 metres, and winter water temperatures drop to 3-4°C.
Divers should be prepared for cold water, significant depth, and potential entanglement risks.
Diving at Große Steinwand in Weissbriach requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Große Steinwand in Weissbriach. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.