

Best for beginner divers, 6-26m, shore entry, mild current.
Brechtsee is a freshwater dive site located in the Bodensee region of Germany. The site features a variety of underwater structures including a reef, a wall, and an artificial reef, alongside specific attractions such as a treasure chest. Divers access the water via a shore entry. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 6 to 26 metres and an average depth of 14 metres. Conditions are generally mild, though visibility fluctuates between 5 and 30 metres. Divers should be aware of the potential for low visibility and deep water. Training is not permitted at this location, and divers are advised to swim to the left from the entry point.
49.21510, 8.40346
Arrive very early in the morning, especially on weekends, to secure a parking space and avoid potential towing.
From the parking area, walk approximately 100-150m along the field path to the marked diver entry point. The second entry at the end of the path is private property and closed to visitors.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-26m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Best Time
Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is classified as suitable for beginner divers.
The site ranges from 6 to 26 metres in depth, with an average depth of 14 metres.
Brechtsee is accessed via a shore entry.
Divers should be prepared for deep water and variable visibility ranging from 5 to 30 metres.
Divers are advised to swim to the left from the designated entry point.
Diving at Brechtsee in Philippsburg requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Brechtsee in Philippsburg are April, May, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Brechtsee in Philippsburg typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Brechtsee in Philippsburg typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.