

Best for beginner divers, 20-40m, shore entry.
Schildegg is a shore-entry wall dive located in the freshwater of Weggis-Vitznau. The site features a wall that descends from 20 to 40 metres. Divers should anticipate cold water temperatures and visibility ranging between 5 and 10 metres. Due to the significant depth and cold conditions, a drysuit or a thick wetsuit of at least 5mm is strongly advised. While the absence of current makes the site manageable for beginners, divers must monitor their depth and air consumption closely. Parking and air fills are available on site to support your dive.
46.92827, 8.58100
Plan dives for early morning to avoid afternoon föhn winds that create challenging surface conditions and difficult shore exits.
Shore entry from designated access points requires careful navigation of rocky shorelines.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-40m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
There is no specific data regarding marine life at this site.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners as there is no current, though the depth and cold water require careful self-assessment and proper equipment.
The wall dive extends from 20 to 40 metres.
Schildegg is a shore-entry dive site.
Divers can expect cold water temperatures and visibility between 5 and 10 metres.
Diving at Schildegg in Vierwaldstaetter See requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Schildegg in Vierwaldstaetter See are June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.