

Best for beginner divers, 20-74m, shore entry.
Plan di Mort is a freshwater drop-off site located in Lake Maggiore, Switzerland. The site features a dramatic wall that descends from 20 metres to a maximum depth of 74 metres, with an average depth of 35 metres. Entry is via the shore. Visibility typically ranges between 5 and 10 metres. Divers should be prepared for cold water conditions, as temperatures remain constant at approximately 5 to 6°C below 20 metres, with common thermoclines. A drysuit is recommended year-round to manage the cold. Changing rooms and a café are available on-site to assist with gear preparation and post-dive warming.
46.41537, 9.71800
Changing rooms and a café are available at the site, so you can gear up and warm up without needing to sort facilities beforehand. Cold water is present year-round, so bring a drysuit or a thick wetsuit even in summer.
From the parking lots, follow the hiking trail towards Maloja for 200m to reach a stream and a small headland where the dive site is located.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-74m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, who can explore the shallower sections of the drop-off.
The site ranges from 20 to 74 metres, with an average depth of 35 metres.
Plan di Mort is a shore entry dive site.
The primary hazards are the cold water temperatures and the significant depth, which requires careful monitoring of gauges and dive limits.
Due to the cold water temperatures, a drysuit is recommended year-round.
Diving at Plan di Mort in Maloja requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Plan di Mort in Maloja typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.