

Best for intermediate divers, 5-32m, shore entry, mild current.
Kohlbauernaufsatz at Franzosenschanze offers a diverse freshwater underwater landscape featuring large rock blocks and a wall. The site is notable for a sunken boat, locally referred to as the Attersee Titanic, and a unique heart-shaped underwater toilet. Depths range from 5 to 32 metres, with an average of 20 metres. Divers and snorkellers should be prepared for cold water and a significant thermocline just below the surface. Entry is via the shore, and conditions generally feature mild currents with visibility between 10 and 25 metres. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, and changing rooms. This location is suitable for intermediate skill levels and supports night diving.
47.81420, 13.51450
The left side of the dive site remains relatively shallow and is well suited for beginners, featuring extensive underwater meadows.
Located at B151 - Attersee-Bundesstraße KM 27,2 in Unterach am Attersee.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-32m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Best Time
Year-round
The site ranges from 5 to 32 metres deep, with an average depth of 20 metres.
No, the site is rated for intermediate skill levels due to the depth and cold water conditions.
Access to the water is via a shore entry.
Yes, snorkelling is permitted and the site holds a 4/5 rating for the activity.
The primary hazards are the deep water and the cold temperatures, including a significant thermocline below the surface.
Diving at Kohlbauernaufsatz in Unterach am Attersee requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Kohlbauernaufsatz in Unterach 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.
Kohlbauernaufsatz in Unterach am Attersee typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Kohlbauernaufsatz in Unterach am Attersee typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.