

Best for beginner divers, Up to 8m, shore entry, mild current.
Schwerborner Baggersee is a flooded gravel pit in Germany offering accessible shore entry diving. The site features artificial reef structures that provide habitat for carp, pike, perch, river crayfish, mussels, and sponge woodlouse. Depths typically range from the shallows down to 8 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Conditions include mild currents and variable visibility, requiring divers to monitor their proximity to partners closely. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving. Facilities on site include a dive shop, air fills, parking, toilets, showers, and changing rooms. Divers should remain aware of boat traffic near shore entry points and deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending.
51.03690, 11.05740
Boat traffic is an active hazard, so deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending and stay aware of your position relative to any marked channels. The site has a dive shop, air fills, parking, toilets, and showers on site, so you can travel light and fill tanks locally.
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Depth
Up to 8m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Divers can encounter carp, pike, perch, river crayfish, mussels, and sponge woodlouse inhabiting the artificial reef structures.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its easy shallow diving and mild currents.
The site offers shallow diving down to 8 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Yes, the site provides simple shore entry for divers.
Boat traffic is an active hazard near shore entry points. Divers should deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending and stay aware of their position relative to marked channels.
Diving at Schwerborner Baggersee in Erfurt requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Schwerborner Baggersee in Erfurt typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.