

Best for beginner divers, 6-40m, shore entry, moderate current.
Lac Léman-Minoteries is a freshwater dive site in the Lausanne-Montreux area offering a combination of a wall, drop-off, and artificial reef structures. Divers can access the site from the shore, with depths ranging from 6 to 40 metres. Conditions include moderate currents and visibility between 5 and 15 metres. Water temperatures vary significantly, with surface temperatures reaching 18-24°C in summer and 4-8°C in winter, while deep water remains near 4°C year-round. Due to the depth and potential for cold water, divers should be prepared for thermal management and buoyancy control. Parking is available at the site to assist with gear preparation.
46.47415, 6.77818
Parking is available at the site, making gear preparation straightforward, but kit up with a drysuit or thick wetsuit regardless of season as the lake water stays cold at depth. Plan your dive on the shallower wall section first to get a feel for the current before dropping further down the drop-off.
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Depth
6-40m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
40 min
While the site is listed for beginners, it reaches depths of 40 metres and requires an Advanced Open Water certification in addition to basic Open Water training.
The site ranges from 6 metres to a maximum depth of 40 metres.
This is a shore-accessible dive site with parking available for gear preparation.
Divers encounter moderate currents and visibility between 5 and 15 metres. Water temperatures are cold at depth, requiring appropriate thermal protection.
Diving at Lac Léman-Minoteries in Lac Leman requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.