

Best for beginner divers, Up to 38m, shore entry, mild current.
Erlaufsee is a freshwater Alpine lake in Styria offering shore access for divers. The site features a lake reef environment with depths reaching 38 metres, suitable for both beginners and those seeking deeper recreational profiles. Visibility varies between 5 and 25 metres, and the water experiences mild currents. Cold water is a constant factor at all depths, making a drysuit or thick wetsuit necessary for comfort. The site is open year-round and supports night diving. On-site facilities include parking, changing rooms, showers, toilets, air fills, equipment rental, and a cafe, allowing for full-day planning.
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Cold water is a constant at Erlaufsee regardless of season, so pack an appropriate exposure suit and do not underestimate the chill at depth. The site has parking, changing rooms, showers, and air fills on site, so you can plan a full day without needing to travel elsewhere between dives.
Parking at St. Sebastian Westende for Harry's Steg or at the east end of the lake towards Mariazell for Barschwiese.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 38m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Yes, the site is considered a practical training ground for newly certified divers.
Divers can explore from the surface down to a maximum depth of 38 metres.
Erlaufsee is a shore-entry dive site.
The main hazard is the cold water, which remains chilly at all depths regardless of the season.
Yes, the site provides parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, air fills, equipment rental, and a cafe.
Diving at Erlaufsee in Mariazell requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Erlaufsee in Mariazell typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Erlaufsee in Mariazell typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.