

Best for beginner divers, 20-40m, shore entry, mild current.
Aggertalsperre is a freshwater reservoir in western Germany offering shore access for divers. The site features depths ranging from 20 to 40 metres, with shallower sections suitable for beginners and deeper areas requiring advanced training. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility typically between 5 and 10 metres. As a freshwater environment, the site supports various temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates typical of the region. Divers should plan their equipment carefully for the shore entry and verify local facility availability before visiting, as amenities at the reservoir can change seasonally.
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The east side of the reservoir offers better visibility than the entry point on the west side, but swimming across the surface is exhausting.
Located near Gummersbach. Follow signs in Derschlag, cross the dam, and park near the dam wall. Entry is via a chain between guardrails about 50 metres after the dam.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
20-40m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
As a freshwater reservoir, this site supports various temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates typical of the region.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers, though deeper reaches require advanced training.
Depths at Aggertalsperre range from 20 to 40 metres.
Access to the water is via shore entry.
Divers encounter mild currents and visibility ranging between 5 and 10 metres.
Diving at Aggertalsperre in Gummersbach requires the following certifications: CMAS * Or PADI OWD, Medical Certificate, Logbook. Always dive within your training limits.