

Best for intermediate divers, 20-40m, shore entry.
Kehrsiten Forrest is a wall dive located in Lake Lucerne, featuring a submerged cliff face that drops from 20 to 40 metres. This site is suited for intermediate divers who can maintain precise buoyancy control along the vertical structure. Shore entry provides straightforward access to the water. Visibility typically ranges between 5 and 10 metres. Water temperatures remain chilly throughout the year, usually between 4 and 20°C, making a drysuit recommended. Divers must remain vigilant regarding boat traffic on the surface and should deploy a surface marker buoy well before beginning an ascent. The average dive duration is approximately 40 minutes.
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Always deploy a surface marker buoy well before you begin your ascent, as boat traffic on Lake Lucerne is active and visibility from the surface is limited. Confirm current facility availability locally before you arrive, as on-site amenities are not guaranteed.
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Depth
20-40m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
The wall drops to depths between 20 and 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the significant depths and the requirement for precise buoyancy control along the wall.
Access to the site is via a shore entry.
The main hazards are deep water and active boat traffic on Lake Lucerne. Divers should monitor the surface for boats before descending and deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending.
Diving at Kehrsiten Forrest in Vierwaldstaettersee requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Kehrsiten Forrest in Vierwaldstaettersee typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.