

Best for advanced divers, 40-41m, shore entry, mild current.
Ofen is a wall dive located at Kohlbauernaufsatz in the Attersee region of Austria. The wall drops to depths of 40 to 41 metres, requiring advanced certification and careful decompression planning. Divers experience visibility ranging from 5 to 25 metres, with mild currents present throughout the dive. Due to the significant depth and cold water temperatures, which fluctuate between 4°C in winter and 24°C in summer, adequate thermal protection is essential. Access is via the shore, though the site requires careful preparation regarding equipment transport and gas management. Typical dive times are approximately 40 minutes.
47.84960, 13.55285
After reaching the end of the wall, dive towards the shore to find large trees in the 10 to 15 metre depth range.
Located at B152 - Seeleiten Bundesstraße KM 12,4, 4853 Steinbach am Attersee.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
40-41m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Year-round
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the depth of 40 to 41 metres and the requirement for decompression planning.
The wall drops to a depth of 40 to 41 metres, with an average depth of 40 metres.
Ofen is a shore entry site, though divers should be prepared to transport their equipment to the water.
Key hazards include cold water, the need for decompression, significant depth, potential for low visibility, and nitrogen narcosis.
Yes, air fills are available on-site, though it is recommended to confirm capacity and opening times in advance.
Diving at Ofen in Steinbach am Attersee requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Ofen 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.
Ofen in Steinbach am Attersee typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Ofen in Steinbach am Attersee typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.