

Best for intermediate divers, 5-125m, shore entry.
Lake Hallstatt in the Salzkammergut region of Austria offers a deep freshwater dive experience featuring both reef and wreck structures. The site ranges from 5 to 125 metres in depth, with an average of 20 metres. Shore entry is standard, and the site supports night diving. Visibility varies between 5 and 20 metres. Due to cold water temperatures year-round, drysuits or thick wetsuits are recommended. The wreck presents an overhead environment with entanglement hazards, requiring appropriate safety equipment and buoyancy control. On-site facilities include parking, a dive shop, and air fills. Species recorded around this area include snails and rainbow trout.
48.02160, 14.41220
The overhead sections of the wreck demand respect even for experienced divers, so carry at minimum one redundant light source and a cutting tool for the entanglement hazard. The site runs year-round, so winter visits are viable, though a drysuit will be far more comfortable than a wetsuit in the colder months.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
5-125m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Typical Dive
40 min
Species recorded around this area include snails and rainbow trout.
No, the site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth and the presence of overhead environments and entanglement hazards.
The site ranges from 5 to 125 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Access to the water is via shore entry.
The water is cold year-round, and visibility ranges from 5 to 20 metres. Currents are variable, so conditions should be checked before entering.
Divers should carry at least one redundant light source and a cutting tool to manage the entanglement risks associated with the wreck.
Diving at Lake Hallstatt in Steyr requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.