

Best for intermediate divers, 27-30m, shore entry.
Sylvensteinsee is a reservoir in the Bavarian Alps featuring a flooded village that serves as an artificial reef. Divers can explore these submerged structures at depths between 27 and 30 metres. The site is accessed via a shore entry with parking available nearby. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 15 metres, though conditions can shift. Divers should be prepared for cold water temperatures, which can reach 4°C below the thermocline at 20 metres. The environment includes overhead structures, requiring careful navigation. Divers should monitor for potential entanglement risks and cold water hazards. The site is suited for intermediate divers equipped with appropriate thermal protection.
47.57631, 11.53815
The water level fluctuates by up to 20 metres, which is normal for this reservoir.
Accessible by car via the Deutsche Alpenstrasse. Parking is available at the dam crest, near the Faller Klamm bridge, and at a designated area near the lake shore after the village of Fall.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
27-30m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
The site supports a variety of temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates typical of the region, including perch, pike, and carp.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the depth, cold water, and the presence of overhead environments.
The average depth for exploring the submerged structures is 27 metres, with depths reaching up to 30 metres.
Yes, the site offers straightforward shore entry with parking available on site.
Divers must manage cold water temperatures, potential entanglement risks, and navigation within overhead environments. Always monitor visibility and current conditions before descent.
Diving at Sylvensteinsee / Sylvensteinspeicher in Lenggries requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Sylvensteinsee / Sylvensteinspeicher in Lenggries are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Visibility at Sylvensteinsee / Sylvensteinspeicher in Lenggries typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.