

Best for intermediate divers, 17-32m, shore entry.
Hinkelsteine at Kohlbauernaufsatz is a freshwater shore-entry dive featuring a mix of natural rock formations and artificial reef structures. Located 50 metres from the shore, the site offers a varied underwater profile with depths ranging from 17 to 32 metres. Visibility fluctuates between 5 and 25 metres. Divers should be prepared for cold water temperatures, which drop below 10°C shortly after leaving the surface. Due to the depth and sharp rocky surfaces, intermediate buoyancy skills and robust exposure protection are recommended. Surface boat traffic requires caution during entry and exit. Facilities including parking and toilets are available on site.
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Since 2010, there is an underwater 'Glücksplatz' (happiness spot) marked by a plaque at 10m depth to the left of the entry.
Located at B152 - Seeleiten Bundesstraße KM 16,8. There is a large wooden house at the entry point.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
17-32m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Year-round
Species recorded around this area include snails, common perch, chub, bullhead, sun perch, pike, brown trout, and signal crayfish.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth range of 17 to 32 metres and the requirement for precise buoyancy control.
The site ranges from 17 to 32 metres deep, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Hinkelsteine is a shore-entry dive located 50 metres from the shoreline.
Visibility ranges from 5 to 25 metres. Water temperatures drop quickly below 10°C just a few metres below the surface, regardless of the season.
Diving at Hinkelsteine in Steinbach am Attersee requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Hinkelsteine in Steinbach am Attersee are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.