

Best for beginner divers, 12-40m, shore entry.
Wolfgangsee Gamsjager is a freshwater reef dive located in the Salzkammergut region of Austria. Accessed directly from the shore, the site features a reef structure that descends from 12 to 40 metres. Divers should note that deeper sections exceed beginner limits, requiring careful depth planning. Visibility typically ranges between 5 and 10 metres. The site is characterised by cold water year-round, with thermoclines creating significant temperature shifts at depth. Due to these conditions, a drysuit or a thick wetsuit of at least 7mm is strongly recommended. Currents are generally absent, providing a stable environment for buoyancy practice.
47.73897, 13.39458
The Panzerwand and Franzosenschanze sites have specific spawning protection bans from September 15 to April 15, with exceptions for Dive Card holders.
Use the designated entry points recommended by ARGE Tauchen Österreich. Falkensteinwand requires a 300m walk or boat service.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
12-40m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though divers must plan their depth carefully as the reef extends to 40 metres, which is beyond beginner-friendly territory.
The reef structure at this site ranges from 12 to 40 metres in depth.
Wolfgangsee Gamsjager is a shore dive, allowing for direct entry into the water without the need for a boat.
Divers should be prepared for cold water, potential entanglement, low visibility, and thermoclines that cause significant temperature changes during descent.
Due to the cold water present year-round, a drysuit or a thick wetsuit of 7mm or more is strongly recommended.
Diving at Wolfgangsee Gamsjager in St. Gilgen requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Wolfgangsee Gamsjager in St. Gilgen typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.