

Best for beginner divers, 5-13m, shore entry, mild current.
Mikado is a freshwater reef dive located in the alpine waters of Weißensee, Carinthia. The site features a sheltered reef profile at depths between 5 and 13 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Visibility varies from 5 to 20 metres, and the mild current makes it suitable for beginner divers. Divers should be prepared for cold water temperatures and potential entanglement hazards. Shore access is available, and the site is supported by nearby facilities including parking, toilets, showers, and equipment rental. Species recorded around this area include freshwater fish such as perch, pike, and carp, alongside various invertebrates.
46.70040, 13.39880
Cold water is a real factor here regardless of season, so bring a drysuit or a thick wetsuit even in summer. The site has air fills, equipment rental, showers, and parking on site, so you can travel light and sort out gear at the lake.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-13m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Species recorded around this area include freshwater fish such as chub, wels catfish, common perch, rudd, pike, roach, common carp, ruffe, tench, sun perch, and alver, as well as snails and crayfish.
Yes, Mikado is suitable for beginner divers due to the mild current and manageable depth range.
The site ranges from 5 to 13 metres in depth, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Yes, Mikado is a shore entry dive site.
While primarily a dive site, the shallow reef structure between 5 and 13 metres may be accessible for snorkelling depending on individual comfort and conditions.
Diving at Mikado, Weißensee in Hermagor requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Mikado, Weißensee in Hermagor. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
Mikado, Weißensee in Hermagor typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Mikado, Weißensee in Hermagor typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.