

Best for beginner divers, 15m, shore entry.
Alpnachersee-Badeplatz is a calm freshwater dive site in Central Switzerland, well-suited for beginners building confidence in open water. The site features a combination of reef structures and seagrass beds, providing a straightforward environment for practising buoyancy and navigation. Divers can expect a maximum depth of 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. The entry is from the shore, and typical dives last around 40 minutes. Visibility ranges from 5 to 10 metres, though this can shift depending on local weather and runoff. Facilities such as parking and changing areas should be confirmed with a local dive centre or the site operator prior to arrival.
46.97170, 8.32282
Facilities at the site should be confirmed locally before you visit, so contact a nearby dive centre or the site operator in advance to check changing areas and parking. The site is diveable year-round, so seasonal timing is not a major concern, but lake visibility can shift with weather and runoff, making settled periods preferable.
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No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
15m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
Yes, the site is well-suited for newly certified divers as it offers a calm environment with no current to manage.
The site reaches a maximum depth of 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a shore-entry dive site.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow areas and seagrass beds are accessible for those interested in surface-level observation.
Diving at Alpnachersee-Badeplatz in Alpnachersee-Badeplatz requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Alpnachersee-Badeplatz in Alpnachersee-Badeplatz typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.