

Best for beginner divers, 1-15m, shore entry, mild current.
Glasi Hergiswil offers a freshwater muck and artificial reef experience accessible directly from the shore. The site features depths ranging from 1 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Conditions include mild currents, though divers should be prepared for cold water, thermoclines, and variable visibility. Due to potential low visibility and boat traffic, the use of a surface marker buoy is essential. The site is well-supported by local facilities, including a dive shop, equipment rental, air fills, and a café, allowing for convenient preparation before entering the water.
46.98149, 8.31185
Visibility can drop sharply without warning, so bring a torch and stay close to your buddy even on a seemingly clear day. Full facilities on site include air fills, equipment rental, a dive shop, and a café, so you can travel light and sort out kit before you enter.
Park at the Hergiswil harbour parking lot. The entry point is located approximately 100 metres further towards Lucerne at the Glasibar by the lake.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 1 to 15 metres and mild current conditions.
The site has a depth range of 1 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
This is a shore entry dive site.
Yes, the site is open to both diving and snorkelling activities.
Hazards include boat traffic, cold water, potential thermoclines, entanglement risks within the artificial reef, and variable visibility.
Diving at Glasi Hergiswil in Hergiswil requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Glasi Hergiswil in Hergiswil. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
Glasi Hergiswil in Hergiswil typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.