

Best for intermediate divers, 5-40m, shore entry, mild current.
Vierwaldstättersee Wreck in Weggis-Vitznau offers a diverse freshwater dive experience combining a wall, a wreck, and an artificial reef. Accessible from the shore, the site spans depths from 5 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility ranging from 3 to 15 metres. The site is suited for intermediate divers due to the depth and variable conditions. A thermocline is present, with temperatures dropping significantly at depth, necessitating appropriate thermal protection such as a drysuit. Facilities at the location include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, and access to guided tours.
46.88411, 8.24130
Cold water is a constant here regardless of season, so a drysuit or a well-fitted thick wetsuit with hood and gloves is strongly advised rather than optional. The site has parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station on site, so you can kit up and rinse down without rushing.
The lake can be circumnavigated by train and road, with passenger boats plying between villages and towns.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
5-40m
Visibility
3-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
No, the site is classified for intermediate divers due to the depth range and variable visibility conditions.
The site ranges from 5 to 40 metres in depth, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Yes, the site is accessible via a shore entry.
Surface temperatures in summer range from 18-24°C, but temperatures can drop to 4-10°C at depth. A thermocline is present, so thermal protection is required.
Divers should monitor their depth closely, maintain awareness in variable visibility, and wear appropriate thermal protection to manage cold water and thermoclines.
Diving at Vierwaldstättersee Wreck in Lucerne requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.