

Best for beginner divers, 5-30m, shore entry.
Achensee Maurach is a freshwater dive site in the Austrian Tyrol offering a variety of underwater topography including shallow reef areas, a drop-off, and artificial structures. Divers can explore depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. The site is accessible via a shore entry and features calm conditions with no current. Visibility typically ranges between 5 and 10 metres. Night diving is permitted at this location. Due to consistently cold water temperatures, appropriate thermal protection such as a drysuit or thick wetsuit is essential for all divers. On-site facilities include air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours.
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The site has air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours on site, so you can arrive with minimal gear if needed. Cold water is a consistent factor regardless of season, so do not underestimate thermal protection even in summer.
Access to the TCI parkour is below the tunnel of the B181 federal road between Maurach and Achenkirch. Hechenberg north is accessible from the parking lot via a flat footpath.
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Depth
5-30m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres allowing for skill development.
The site offers depths between 5 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Achensee Maurach is a shore entry dive site.
Conditions are generally calm with no current, though the water is consistently cold, requiring adequate thermal protection.
Yes, the site provides air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours.
Diving at Achensee Maurach in Maurach am Achensee requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Achensee Maurach in Maurach am Achensee are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.