

Best for intermediate divers, 15m, shore entry.
Apfel-Granit-Steinbruch is a flooded quarry located in the Bavarian Alps. This artificial reef environment offers depths ranging from 15 to 24 metres. Divers enter from the shore to explore the quarry structure, which requires precise buoyancy control and navigation skills due to limited visibility of approximately 5 metres. Variable currents and cold water temperatures year-round necessitate the use of a drysuit or thick wetsuit. Given the potential for entanglement within the artificial substrate, divers should maintain streamlined gear and carry cutting tools. This site is suited for intermediate divers capable of managing task loading in challenging, low-visibility freshwater conditions.
49.01138, 12.96695
Check locally for current facility availability before you arrive, as amenities can vary seasonally. Given the entanglement risk around the artificial structure, carry a dive knife or shears and keep your gear streamlined.
Shore access.
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Depth
15m
Visibility
5m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Typical Dive
40 min
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the cold water, limited visibility, and entanglement risks associated with the artificial reef.
The depth at Apfel-Granit-Steinbruch ranges between 15 and 24 metres.
Access to the water is via the shore.
Hazards include cold water temperatures, significant depth, entanglement risks from the artificial reef, and limited, variable visibility.
Diving at Apfel-Granit-Steinbruch in Patersdorf requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Apfel-Granit-Steinbruch in Patersdorf typically ranges from 5 metres to 5 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.