

Best for intermediate divers, 10-100m, shore entry, mild current.
Vierwaldstättersee Wall in Weggis-Vitznau is a freshwater wall and reef site that drops from 10 metres to a maximum depth of 100 metres. Divers should expect mild currents and visibility ranging between 5 and 15 metres. A thermocline is typically present, with deeper water maintaining a constant temperature of 5-6°C. Due to the significant depth and fluctuating visibility, solid buoyancy control and navigation skills are required. Shore entry provides straightforward access to the water. A dive shop is located on site to assist with equipment and provide current conditions reports. Divers are advised to carry a dive light to assist with gauge reading and detail observation along the wall.
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Given the variable visibility and significant depth, bring a dive light even for daytime dives to read your gauges clearly and spot detail close to the wall. The dive shop on site is worth a visit before you enter to get a current conditions report.
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Depth
10-100m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
While Open Water certification is the minimum requirement, the site is classified as intermediate due to the significant depth and cold water conditions.
The wall starts at 10 metres and descends to a maximum depth of 100 metres, with an average depth of 50 metres.
This is a shore entry dive site.
The main hazards include cold water temperatures, significant depth, and fluctuating visibility.
Yes, there is a dive shop on site that can assist with equipment and air fills.
Diving at Vierwaldstättersee Wall in Sarnen requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Vierwaldstättersee Wall in Sarnen typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Vierwaldstättersee Wall in Sarnen typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.