

Best for beginner divers, 10-5m, shore entry.
Igl Lai at Heidsee-Seerestaurant offers a calm, shallow freshwater environment suitable for beginner divers. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 10 metres with no current, providing a stable area for buoyancy practice. Shore entry is straightforward, supported by on-site facilities including parking, changing rooms, and a cafe. Visibility typically ranges between 5 and 10 metres, though it can be variable. Divers should be prepared for cold water temperatures, which may require a drysuit or thick wetsuit even during summer months when temperatures can exceed 20°C. Guided tours and boat charters are available to assist with navigating local conditions.
46.73837, 9.55283
The Forellenstube on the dam between the two lakes serves Graubünden barley soup and chamois salsiz.
The lake is situated between Valbella and Lenzerheide at 1,484 metres above sea level.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-5m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the shallow depths of 5 to 10 metres and the absence of currents.
The diving depth at this site ranges from 5 to 10 metres.
The site is accessed via a shore entry.
The main hazards are cold water temperatures and variable or low visibility. Divers should use appropriate thermal protection and monitor visibility throughout the dive.
Facilities include parking, changing rooms, a cafe, boat charter services, and guided tours.
Diving at Igl Lai (Heidsee)-Seerestaurant in Lenzerheide requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Igl Lai (Heidsee)-Seerestaurant in Lenzerheide are June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Visibility at Igl Lai (Heidsee)-Seerestaurant in Lenzerheide typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.