

Best for beginner divers, 15-40m, shore entry, mild current.
Walchensee - Herzogstand is a shore-accessible freshwater site in the Bavarian Alps featuring a diverse topography of reef, wall, and wreck. Divers can explore depths ranging from 15 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. The site is suitable for beginners in shallower sections, while the wall and wreck offer challenges for more experienced divers. Visibility typically fluctuates between 5 and 20 metres, and currents remain mild. Due to the alpine environment, water temperatures are cold, requiring appropriate thermal protection. Divers should maintain awareness of entanglement risks when exploring the wreck and manage bottom time carefully at depth. Night diving is permitted at this location.
47.58842, 11.31520
When the water level is low, a rope is necessary to climb down the stony embankment to the entry point.
Drive through Kochel up the Kesselbergstraße (B11) and through Urfeld. Park in the small lot near the gallery or on the grass verge. Cross the road with caution, then use the stairs and catwalk to reach the stony embankment entry.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-40m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
The site ranges from 15 to 40 metres in depth, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, who can explore the shallower reef sections before progressing to the wall and wreck.
Yes, Walchensee - Herzogstand is a shore-accessible dive site.
Primary hazards include cold water temperatures, significant depth, and potential entanglement risks associated with the wreck.
The site provides parking, a dive shop for air fills and equipment, a cafe, and toilets.
Diving at Herzogstand in Walchensee requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Herzogstand in Walchensee typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Herzogstand in Walchensee typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.