Best for beginner divers, 8-15m, shore entry, mild current.
Marble Quarry is a freshwater site in Ladoga Lake, Russia, featuring artificial reef structures and stone walls. The site is a former quarry that provided marble for St. Petersburg palaces. Divers can explore depths ranging from 8 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. Entry is via the shore. Conditions include mild currents and visibility between 15 and 20 metres. Thermoclines are present between 5 and 10 metres, and water temperatures vary from 3°C in winter to 22°C in August. The site is suitable for various skill levels, ranging from open water training to cave diving. Facilities include parking, toilets, and air fills.
61.94780, 30.58030
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Depth
8-15m
Visibility
15-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
-1-9°C
Current
Mild
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
The site has a depth range of 8 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners and supports a full range of activities from open water diver courses to cave diving.
Entry to the water is from the shore.
Hazards include cold water, thermoclines, overhead environments, and risks associated with deep diving such as decompression and nitrogen narcosis.
Yes, the site provides parking, toilets, guided tours, a dive shop, and air fills.
Diving at Мраморный карьер/Marble Quarry in Ruskeala requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Мраморный карьер/Marble Quarry in Ruskeala. Water temperatures range from -1°C to 9°C.
Мраморный карьер/Marble Quarry in Ruskeala typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Мраморный карьер/Marble Quarry in Ruskeala typically ranges from 15 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
