Best for beginner divers, 2-32m, shore entry, mild current.
Lot River Caves offers a freshwater diving experience with depths ranging from 2 to 32 metres, averaging 10 metres. Access is via a shore entry. Divers should be prepared for variable visibility between 1 and 3 metres, making a torch essential for navigation. While currents are generally mild, they can shift, and divers must monitor their depth closely given the site's profile. The site is suitable for beginners in shallower sections, though deeper areas require more experience. Temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates are expected in this habitat. Facilities include parking, air fills, and a dive shop where current conditions can be checked before entry.
45.80543, 1.63355
Ruins of villages submerged during the creation of the lake in the 1950s can be seen when the water level drops.
The lake is located about one hour from Limoges, at the intersection of the Haute-Vienne and Creuse departments.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 32m
Visibility
1-3m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
The site supports temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates typical of the region's habitat.
Yes, beginners can explore the shallower sections of the site, but should be aware that depths extend to 32 metres.
The site ranges from 2 to 32 metres in depth, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a shore-entry dive site.
Hazards include deep water, low visibility, and shifting mild currents. Divers should maintain constant contact with their group and monitor depth closely.
Diving at Lac de Vassivière in Limoges requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Lac de Vassivière in Limoges are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Lac de Vassivière in Limoges typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Lac de Vassivière in Limoges typically ranges from 1 metres to 3 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
