

Best for beginner divers, 15-24m, shore entry.
Sankt Leoner See is an artificial freshwater lake in Southern Germany offering shore-entry diving. The site features depths ranging from 15 to 24 metres. Divers should be prepared for a significant thermocline, as water temperatures drop to 4°C at depths below 18 metres during the summer months. Visibility at the site typically fluctuates between 5 and 15 metres. Due to the cold water and potential for low visibility, divers should plan accordingly. The site is well-equipped with facilities including parking, toilets, showers, air fills, a cafe, and a dive shop on-site. A typical dive duration is approximately 40 minutes.
49.28362, 8.58680
There is a heated divers' room with a shower on the grounds, allowing for diving outside the swimming season.
The lake features two convenient entry points for divers.
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Depth
15-24m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
Yes, the site is classified as suitable for beginner divers.
The diving depths at this site range from 15 to 24 metres.
Access to the water is via a shore entry.
The main hazards are the cold water temperatures and the potential for low visibility.
The site provides parking, toilets, showers, air fills, a cafe, and a dive shop.
Diving at Sankt Leoner See in St. Leon-Rot requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Sankt Leoner See in St. Leon-Rot typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.