

Best for beginner divers, 30m, shore entry.
Lago di Poschiavo is an alpine lake offering shore-based access to a calm, current-free environment. The site features a wide depth range, extending from 30 metres down to 85 metres. Visibility typically fluctuates between 5 and 15 metres. Due to the cold alpine water temperatures, adequate thermal protection such as a drysuit or a thick wetsuit is strongly recommended year-round. While shallower sections may accommodate beginner divers, the deeper areas require advanced training and careful profile planning. Divers should check locally for current facility availability before visiting, as on-site amenities are not guaranteed.
46.27638, 10.09168
Check locally before you visit to confirm current facility availability, as on-site amenities are not guaranteed. A drysuit or a thick wetsuit is strongly recommended year-round given the cold alpine water temperatures.
The site is accessible from shore.
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Depth
30m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
Yes, the calm, current-free environment is suitable for beginners, though deeper sections of the lake are beyond beginner limits and require advanced training.
The site reaches depths ranging from 30 to 85 metres.
Lago di Poschiavo is a shore-based dive site.
Yes, the site is open to both diving and snorkelling activities.
The main hazard is the cold water temperature, which necessitates the use of adequate thermal protection.
Diving at Lago di Poschiavo in Poschiavo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Lago di Poschiavo in Poschiavo typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.