

Best for beginner divers, 20-49m, shore entry.
Engstlensee-Bootsplatz is a high-altitude freshwater dive site in the Maggia Valley, Switzerland, offering shore access to depths between 20 and 49 metres. The environment is characterised by extremely cold water, with temperatures often dropping below 10°C and requiring dry suits or thick wetsuits. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres. The site features no current, though divers must manage risks associated with significant depth, nitrogen narcosis, and potential decompression obligations. The habitat supports various temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates. Divers should plan conservative profiles within their certification limits and maintain strict buoyancy control throughout the dive.
46.77388, 8.35020
The private road to the lake is subject to a toll.
Accessible via PostBus to Hotel Engstlenalp followed by a five-minute walk, or via gondola from Engelberg to Jochpass followed by a 15-minute walk.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-49m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
The site supports a variety of temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates typical of the region, including species such as trout, perch, pike, and burbot.
While the site is accessible to beginners, the depth range extends to 49 metres. Divers must plan their maximum depth according to their specific training and certification level.
The site offers depths ranging from 20 to 49 metres.
Yes, Engstlensee-Bootsplatz is a shore-entry dive site.
Key hazards include extremely cold water, low visibility, nitrogen narcosis, and the risk of decompression illness due to the significant depth.
Diving at Engstlensee-Bootsplatz in Innertkirchen requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Engstlensee-Bootsplatz in Innertkirchen typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.