

Best for intermediate divers, 12-30m, shore entry.
Bodman Alter Hafen is a shore-accessible artificial reef located in the Bodensee. The site features depths ranging from 12 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Visibility typically fluctuates between 5 and 15 metres. Divers should be prepared for cold water conditions at all depths, necessitating appropriate thermal protection such as a drysuit or thick wetsuit. The site is suitable for intermediate divers who can manage buoyancy control around the artificial structures. Hazards include active boat traffic near the surface and potential entanglement risks associated with the reef materials. On-site facilities include parking and toilets.
47.80121, 9.03755
Dive to a depth of 11 meters and then turn west to find the old harbor facilities.
Enter the water from the shore to the left of a gas station. Parking is free in winter.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-30m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec
The site is rated for intermediate divers due to the cold water conditions and the need for precise buoyancy control around the artificial reef structures.
The site ranges from 12 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Bodman Alter Hafen is a shore-accessible dive site.
Divers must remain aware of active boat traffic near the surface and potential entanglement risks when navigating the artificial reef structures.
Due to constant cold water temperatures, a drysuit or a well-fitting thick wetsuit is strongly recommended for all divers.
Diving at Bodman Alter Hafen in Bodman requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Bodman Alter Hafen in Bodman are January, February, March, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Visibility at Bodman Alter Hafen in Bodman typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.