

Best for beginner divers, 5-43m, shore entry, mild current.
Velké Košariská is a freshwater artificial reef site in Western Slovakia offering shore access for divers. The site features a depth range of 5 to 43 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Visibility varies significantly from 3 to 30 metres, and divers should be prepared for thermoclines and cold water temperatures, which remain stable at 8°C in the depths. A mild current is typically present. The site includes submerged structures that present potential entanglement risks, requiring careful navigation. Night diving is permitted. On-site facilities include air fills, changing rooms, a cafe, toilets, and parking.
48.10095, 17.26414
The site has air fills, changing rooms, a cafe, toilets, and parking on site, so you can travel light. Watch for sharp edges on the artificial structure and be aware of entanglement risks around any submerged features, particularly if visibility is on the lower end.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
5-43m
Visibility
3-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
While the site is accessible to those with an Open Water certification, the deeper sections reach 43 metres and are intended for more experienced divers.
The site ranges from 5 to 43 metres deep, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Velké Košariská is a shore-access dive site.
Visibility ranges from 3 to 30 metres. Divers should be aware of thermoclines and cold water, with temperatures reaching 8°C at depth.
Divers should watch for entanglement risks around submerged structures and maintain awareness of the overhead environment, especially when visibility is low.
Diving at Velké Košariská in Dunajská Lužná requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Velké Košariská in Dunajská Lužná. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.