

Best for beginner divers, 5-50m, shore entry, mild current.
Ambach is a freshwater dive site located on the shore of Starnberger See in the Bavarian Alps. The site features a varied underwater landscape that includes a wall, a wreck, and an artificial reef. Divers can access the site directly from the shore, with the main features located approximately 40 metres out. Depths range from 5 to 50 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Conditions are generally suitable for beginners, though visibility is highly variable, ranging from 3 to 30 metres. Currents are mild, but divers must remain aware of active boat traffic in the area and use a surface marker buoy during ascents.
47.85255, 11.33712
Ambach is only conditionally suitable as a dive site in summer because the shore area is very busy.
The best entry points are at the long gravel beach.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
5-50m
Visibility
3-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and simple shore entry, though divers should stay within their certification limits.
The site offers depths ranging from 5 to 50 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Ambach is a shore entry site, with the underwater features located about 40 metres from the shoreline.
The main hazards are active boat traffic and rapidly changing visibility. Divers should maintain situational awareness and use a surface marker buoy.
The site provides parking, a cafe, toilets, showers, and changing rooms for divers.
Diving at Ambach in Starnberger See requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Ambach in Starnberger See typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Ambach in Starnberger See typically ranges from 3 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.