

Best for intermediate divers, 10-100m, shore entry.
Schwarze Brücke at Kohlbauernaufsatz is a prominent freshwater site in Attersee, defined by a dramatic steep wall that descends beyond 100 metres. The site features rock formations suitable for snorkelling, with a Madonna statue positioned in the depths. Divers typically explore between 10 and 40 metres, though conditions vary. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly, reaching 23°C at the surface in summer while dropping to 6°C below 15 metres. Shore access is available, supported by local parking and toilet facilities. Species recorded around this area include snail, chub, common perch, signal crayfish, brown trout, sun perch, pike, and bullhead.
47.83480, 13.54450
The dive centre recommends limiting dives to 40 metres for safety reasons.
Located at B152 - Seeleiten Bundesstraße KM 11,8, 4853 Steinbach am Attersee.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
10-100m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Best Time
Year-round
Species recorded around this area include snail, chub, common perch, signal crayfish, brown trout, sun perch, pike, and bullhead.
No, the site is rated for intermediate divers due to the steep wall topography and significant depth.
While the wall drops over 100 metres, the typical diving depth range is between 10 and 40 metres.
Schwarze Brücke is accessed via a shore entry.
Yes, the site is highly rated for snorkelling, allowing visitors to view the upper rock formations and the Madonna statue.
Visibility ranges from 10 to 25 metres. Be aware that the water is cold, with temperatures dropping significantly below 15 metres.
Diving at Schwarze Brücke (Black Bridge) in Steinbach am Attersee requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Schwarze Brücke (Black Bridge) 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.