

Best for intermediate divers, 20-40m, shore entry, mild current.
Vierwaldstaettersee-Bootshafen in Weggis-Vitznau offers a unique freshwater dive combining a wall with an artificial reef structure. Accessible via a shore entry, the site is suited for intermediate divers due to its depth range of 20 to 40 metres. Visibility typically spans 5 to 15 metres with mild currents. Divers should maintain precise buoyancy control to navigate the artificial reef and avoid entanglement risks. A thermocline is common, with surface temperatures reaching 20°C in summer while deeper sections remain a constant 5-6°C. A cafe is available on-site for surface intervals, making this a practical location for year-round diving.
46.99349, 8.51611
The site is only allowed to be dived in winter.
From Gersau, at the end of the village opposite the harbour, there is a gravel area after the last residential building. Use parking spaces marked with WG; avoid spaces with car license plates. Follow the main road for about 100m to a metal staircase leading to the outermost pier. Entry is via a giant stride at the start of the pier.
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Depth
20-40m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
No, this site is classified for intermediate divers as it involves deep diving between 20 and 40 metres.
The site ranges from 20 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
This is a shore entry dive site.
The main hazards are the significant depth and the risk of entanglement within the artificial reef structure.
Diving at Vierwaldstaettersee-Bootshafen in Gersau requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Vierwaldstaettersee-Bootshafen in Gersau typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Vierwaldstaettersee-Bootshafen in Gersau typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.