

Best for intermediate divers, 5-30m, shore entry.
Groetzinger Baggersee is a flooded gravel pit featuring an artificial reef structure designed for intermediate divers. The site offers depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres with calm, current-free conditions. Visibility typically spans 5 to 10 metres, requiring steady buoyancy control, especially when navigating thermoclines during deeper descents. Shore entry is straightforward, with on-site parking and toilets available. Divers should exercise caution near the artificial reef, as the structures have sharp edges. Species recorded around this area include snail, American crayfish, sun perch, common perch, and pike. Due to significant depth variations and cold water, divers must monitor their buoyancy and temperature exposure throughout the dive.
49.02907, 8.50510
The northern part of the lake is a nature reserve where swimming and water sports are prohibited.
A circular path leads around the entire lake.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Species recorded around this area include snail, American crayfish, sun perch, common perch, and pike.
The site is classified for intermediate divers due to the depth range and the need for buoyancy control when navigating thermoclines.
The site offers a depth range between 5 and 30 metres.
Access to the water is via a shore entry point.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shore entry allows for surface activities, though the main features are located at depth.
Diving at Groetzinger Baggersee in Grötzingen requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Groetzinger Baggersee in Grötzingen typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.