

Best for beginner divers, 20-40m, shore entry.
Chateau de Glerolles is a freshwater dive site located in the Lake Geneva region. The topography features a reef and wall structure that descends from 20 to 40 metres. Divers can expect visibility ranging between 5 and 10 metres, requiring close proximity to the structure. The site is accessible via a shore entry, making it a straightforward option for those with appropriate certification. Due to the presence of active boat traffic in the area, divers should maintain high situational awareness throughout the dive and deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending. The lack of significant current provides a stable environment for buoyancy practice.
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Boat traffic is the main hazard here, so deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending and pick an entry point well away from any active lanes. Check locally for current facility availability before you arrive, as nothing is confirmed on site.
The site is located in Saint-Saphorin on the northern shore of Lake Geneva. Parking is available at the Rivaz train station or along the cantonal road of St-Saphorin.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
20-40m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
The site is suitable for Open Water certified divers, though the deeper sections approaching 40 metres require more experience.
The reef and wall structure at this site ranges from 20 to 40 metres in depth.
This is a shore entry dive site.
The main hazard is boat traffic. Divers should pick an entry point away from active lanes and use a surface marker buoy.
Diving at Chateau de Glerolles in Saint-Saphorin requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Chateau de Glerolles in Saint-Saphorin typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.