

Best for beginner divers, 8-30m, shore entry, mild current.
Badeplatz Nixe is a freshwater site in the Salzkammergut region featuring a combination of natural reef and artificial reef structures. Accessible via shore entry, the site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 8 to 30 metres and an average depth of 15 metres. Visibility varies between 5 and 25 metres, and currents are generally mild. The site is open for both diving and snorkelling, including night diving opportunities. Cold water is a primary hazard, necessitating appropriate thermal protection such as a drysuit or thick wetsuit. Facilities include on-site parking and air fills, supporting self-sufficient day trips.
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Cold water is the main hazard here regardless of season, so a drysuit or a well-fitting thick wetsuit is worth bringing even in summer. The site has parking and air fills on hand, making it a practical choice for a self-sufficient day trip.
Access is restricted and requires permission.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
8-30m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering varied terrain across natural and artificial reefs with depths starting at 8 metres.
Depths at Badeplatz Nixe range from 8 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a shore entry site, meaning no boat is required to access the water.
Yes, Badeplatz Nixe is open for both diving and snorkelling activities.
The main hazard is cold water, which persists regardless of the season. Divers should also be aware of potential entanglement risks when navigating the artificial reef structures.
Diving at Badeplatz Nixe in Steinbach am Attersee requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Badeplatz Nixe in Steinbach am Attersee are January, February, March, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Badeplatz Nixe in Steinbach am Attersee typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Badeplatz Nixe in Steinbach am Attersee typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.