

Best for beginner divers, 8-12m, shore entry.
Adolfosee is a freshwater dive site in Western Germany featuring an artificial reef. Suitable for beginners, the site offers depths between 8 and 12 metres with no current, providing a controlled environment for buoyancy and navigation practice. Divers should be prepared for low visibility, which typically ranges from 1 to 3 metres, making the use of a torch and close buddy contact essential. The site supports a variety of temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates within the artificial structures. On-site facilities include parking, a cafe, air fills, toilets, and showers, allowing for convenient day trips. Typical dives last approximately 50 minutes.
51.06033, 6.17033
A trolley is available at the base to help transport equipment from the parking area to the water.
Located at Ziegelweg 0, 41836 Hückelhoven-Ratheim. Accessible via A46, exit Hückelhoven-West or Dremmen. Follow Ziegelweg to the end, park on the right, pass through the green gate, and walk 100 metres to the base.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-12m
Visibility
1-3m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
50 min
The site supports various temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates typical of the region, including species such as perch, pike, carp, and freshwater shrimp.
Yes, Adolfosee is suitable for beginners due to the lack of current and the presence of an artificial reef, which serves as a practical training ground.
The site reaches depths of 8 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 2 metres.
Yes, Adolfosee is a shore-entry dive site with the artificial reef located approximately 100 metres from the shore.
Visibility is low and variable, typically ranging between 1 and 3 metres. Divers are advised to monitor navigation closely and maintain steady contact with their team.
Diving at Adolfosee in Hückelhoven requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.