

Best for beginner divers, 5-26m, shore entry, mild current.
Berlingen Kirche in Lake Zurich offers a combination of natural reef and artificial structures accessible via a shore entry. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 5 to 26 metres and an average depth of 12 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility between 3 and 15 metres. The site requires a swim of approximately 600 metres from the shore. Divers should remain vigilant regarding surface boat traffic and exercise caution to avoid entanglement with lines or submerged objects. Facilities including parking and toilets are available on site, supporting a typical dive duration of 45 minutes.
47.67480, 9.01580
Watch for boat traffic when surfacing, particularly away from the marked swim zone, and stay clear of any lines or ropes around the artificial reef structure to avoid entanglement. Parking and toilets are available on site, so this works well as a full day trip.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-26m
Visibility
3-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and a range of depths that allow divers to build confidence.
The site features depths ranging from 5 to 26 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
This is a shore entry dive, though it requires a swim of approximately 600 metres from the shore to reach the site.
The main hazards are surface boat traffic and the risk of entanglement with lines or submerged objects around the artificial reef structure.
Diving at Berlingen, Kirche in Steckborn requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Berlingen, Kirche in Steckborn typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Berlingen, Kirche in Steckborn typically ranges from 3 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.