

Best for beginner divers, 8-18m, shore entry.
Kleiner Bornhorster See is a freshwater lake in Germany featuring an artificial reef structure. This site serves as a training ground for divers, offering depths ranging from 8 to 18 metres with an average of 4 metres. The water is calm and currentless, providing a stable environment for shore entries. Visibility is typically 5 metres. Divers should be aware that jellyfish are present in the water, and protective clothing is recommended to avoid stings. The site is accessible for night diving and includes facilities such as parking, toilets, showers, a rinse station, and a cafe to support a full day of activity.
53.18325, 8.26678
The site has parking, toilets, showers, a rinse station, and a cafe on site, so you can pack light and plan a full day here. Night diving is permitted, and the calm, currentless water makes it a low-stress first experience diving after dark.
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No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-18m
Visibility
5m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the calm, currentless water and shore entry, which allow for a focus on buoyancy and skills.
Depths at the site range from 8 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 4 metres.
This is a shore entry site.
Jellyfish are present in the water. It is recommended to wear protective clothing to avoid stings while swimming or navigating the shore entry.
Yes, night diving is permitted at this site.
Diving at Kleiner Bornhorster See in Kleiner Bornhorster See requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Kleiner Bornhorster See in Kleiner Bornhorster See typically ranges from 5 metres to 5 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.