

Best for beginner divers, 2-20m, shore entry.
Kempfenhausen on Starnberger See offers a freshwater wall and drop-off dive accessible from the shore. Divers can descend from a shallow 2-metre entry point to depths of 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. The site features a distinct thermocline typically starting between 7 and 12 metres, where water temperatures drop significantly. Visibility ranges from 5 to 10 metres. With no current to manage, it is a suitable location for beginners to practise buoyancy and descent techniques. Divers should remain vigilant for boat traffic near the shore entry point and use a surface marker buoy. Facilities include parking, toilets, showers, a rinse station, and a cafe.
47.99247, 11.35855
Descend slowly and be ready for a sharp thermocline, as the temperature can drop noticeably within a few metres and cold water here demands a well-fitting wetsuit or drysuit even in summer. The site has parking, toilets, showers, a rinse station, and a cafe, so you can base yourself here comfortably for multiple dives in a day.
Drive from Starnberg via Percha towards Berg to reach the Kempfenhausen diving area, where entry is via the long gravel beach of the recreation area.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
Up to 20m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners as there is no current to manage, providing a controlled environment to practise buoyancy and descent techniques.
The site features a wall and drop-off that descends from a shallow entry of 2 metres to a maximum depth of 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Kempfenhausen is a shore entry site, meaning no boat is required to access the water.
Primary hazards include boat traffic, cold water temperatures, deep water, low visibility, and the presence of a thermocline.
The site provides parking, toilets, showers, a rinse station, and a cafe for diver convenience.
Diving at Kempfenhausen in Starnberg requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Kempfenhausen in Starnberg are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Visibility at Kempfenhausen in Starnberg typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.