

Best for intermediate divers, 8-34m, shore entry, mild current.
Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee is a freshwater reservoir site featuring a variety of underwater topography including walls, wrecks, and reefs. Divers can explore depths ranging from 8 to 34 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. The site is accessible via a shore entry and experiences mild currents. Visibility typically fluctuates between 2 and 10 metres, requiring competent buoyancy and navigation skills. Due to the significant depth and cold water temperatures, this site is suited for intermediate divers. A drysuit or thick wetsuit is recommended throughout the year. On-site facilities include a dive shop, air fills, and guided tours to assist with planning and local conditions.
51.33840, 7.94400
Die Gastronomie am Wintertauchplatz lädt an kalten Tagen nach dem Tauchen zu einem Essen am Kamin ein.
Wintertauchplatz befindet sich auf einem Campingplatz. Nach dem Anlegen der Ausrüstung gelangt man über den Campingplatz zur etwa 150m entfernten Einstiegsstelle.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-34m
Visibility
2-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Year-round
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth and navigation requirements.
The site ranges from 8 to 34 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a shore entry dive site.
The main hazards are the cold water temperatures and the depth, which reaches 34 metres.
The site provides parking, air fills, a dive shop, and guided tours.
Diving at Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee in Sundern requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee in Sundern are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee in Sundern typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee in Sundern typically ranges from 2 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.