

Best for beginner divers, 3-19m, shore entry, mild current.
Strandbad Rorschach in Lake Zurich offers a sheltered shore entry suitable for beginner divers. The site features an artificial reef and a wreck, with depths ranging from 3 to 19 metres and an average depth of 10 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility between 3 and 10 metres. A thermocline is typically present, and water temperatures range from 16 to 23 degrees Celsius between May and October. The site is accessible for night diving, with a typical dive duration of 50 minutes. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a café. Divers should remain aware of boat traffic near the surface and exercise caution around sharp rocks in shallow areas.
47.47920, 9.51040
Boat traffic is the main surface hazard, so deploy a surface marker buoy on ascent and stay aware of the swimming area boundaries near the entry point. The on-site facilities include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a café, so there is no need to pack everything in for a full day's diving.
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Depth
3-19m
Visibility
3-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, Strandbad Rorschach is suitable for beginner divers due to its sheltered shore entry and manageable conditions.
The site features depths ranging from 3 to 19 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a shore entry site. Divers should be aware of boat traffic near the surface when entering and exiting the water.
Yes, night diving is permitted at this site.
The primary hazards are boat traffic near the surface and sharp rocks located in the shallow areas of the artificial reef.
Diving at Strandbad Rorschach in Rorschach requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Strandbad Rorschach in Rorschach typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Strandbad Rorschach in Rorschach typically ranges from 3 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.