

Best for beginner divers, 3-5m, shore entry.
Birthday is a shallow artificial reef located in the Vienna Area of Austria. This site features depths between 3 and 5 metres and offers visibility ranging from 5 to 10 metres. The calm, current-free environment makes it suitable for beginners to practice buoyancy and navigation around artificial structures. Shore entry is straightforward, though divers should remain vigilant for entanglement risks from submerged debris and sharp edges on the reef materials. Active boat traffic is present in the area, requiring constant awareness. On-site facilities include a dive shop providing air fills and guided tours, which are recommended for first-time visitors to familiarise themselves with the site layout.
48.23767, 16.40287
The on-site dive shop offers guided tours, which is worth taking on your first visit to learn the layout of the artificial structures and avoid the entanglement risk around submerged fixtures. Watch for sharp edges on the reef materials and wear a wetsuit with reasonable coverage even in the shallows.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
3-5m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Yes, the site is well-suited for beginners due to its shallow depth, calm water, and lack of current.
The site is shallow, with depths ranging from 3 to 5 metres.
Birthday is accessed via a shore entry.
Divers should be aware of potential entanglement risks from submerged debris, sharp edges on the artificial reef structures, and active boat traffic.
Yes, the site features a dive shop that offers air fills and guided tours.
Diving at Birthday in Birthday Diving requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Birthday in Birthday Diving typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.