

Best for beginner divers, 5-20m, shore entry, mild current.
Stausee Rabenstein is a freshwater reservoir in Germany featuring an artificial reef structure. This site offers a sheltered environment suitable for beginner divers, with depths ranging from 5 to 20 metres and an average depth of 12 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility between 5 and 15 metres. Shore entry provides straightforward access to the water. The habitat supports various temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates typical of the region. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, and a cafe, supporting a typical dive duration of 40 minutes. The site is diveable year-round, though visibility may fluctuate following heavy rainfall.
50.83756, 12.81177
The site is a popular bathing lake with a beach and is fenced, requiring an entrance fee during the summer season.
Accessible by car via A4 exit Limbach/Rabenstein or A72 exit Chemnitz, then follow signs to Stausee. Public transport via bus line 253 to Goldener Löwe Rabenstein.
No known hazards
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
5-20m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
The site supports various temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates, including species such as sturgeon, eel, carp, perch, pike, and freshwater sponges.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its sheltered environment, mild currents, and manageable depths.
Depths at this site range from 5 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Yes, Stausee Rabenstein offers shore entry for divers.
Water temperatures range from 4.0 to 8.0 °C in winter and 18.0 to 24.0 °C in summer.
Diving at Stausee Rabenstein in Chemnitz requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Stausee Rabenstein in Chemnitz are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.