

Best for beginner divers, 12-36m, shore entry.
Sorpesee is a freshwater reservoir offering shore-entry diving with depths ranging from 12 to 36 metres. As a still-water site with no current, it provides a controlled environment for buoyancy practice and navigation. Visibility is variable, fluctuating between 4 and 20 metres, which necessitates careful monitoring of depth and position. Divers should be prepared for cold water temperatures, which range from 4°C in winter to 23°C during summer. Night diving is permitted, allowing for training in low-light conditions. The site is equipped with parking, showers, changing rooms, toilets, and air fills, making it accessible for divers of all levels, provided they hold an Open Water certification.
51.32717, 7.93705
Visibility at Sorpesee can drop without much warning, so carry a torch even on day dives and keep your buddy close. The site has parking, changing rooms, showers, toilets, and air fills on site, so you can turn up with just your kit and sort everything else there.
The site is located in the Sauerland region, between the districts of Langscheid and Amecke in Sundern.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
12-36m
Visibility
4-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
70 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though an Open Water certification is the minimum requirement for diving here.
Diving depths at this site range from 12 to 36 metres.
Yes, Sorpesee is a shore-entry dive site.
The main hazards are cold water and variable visibility. Divers should wear adequate thermal protection and carry a torch to manage low-visibility conditions.
Yes, the site provides parking, showers, changing rooms, toilets, and air fills.
Diving at Sorpesee in Sundern requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Sorpesee in Sundern typically ranges from 4 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.