

Best for advanced divers, 10-50m, shore entry, moderate current.
Zigeunerplätzli in Weggis-Vitznau is a challenging freshwater dive site featuring a wall, drop-off, and cave structures. Divers access the water via a gravel beach, which can be slippery when wet. The site is best suited for advanced divers due to depths ranging from 10 to 50 metres, with an average of 25 metres. Underwater conditions include moderate currents and visibility between 3 and 10 metres. The topography transitions from a shallow bay area on the left to a more demanding drop-off on the right, which begins after crossing a belt of seagrass. Parking is available near the site, and typical dive times are approximately 50 minutes.
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Enter the water next to the spring board.
Follow the small, sometimes slippery path from the parking down to the lake.
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Depth
10-50m
Visibility
3-10m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
6-7°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the depth, potential for strong currents, and challenging topography.
The site ranges from 10 to 50 metres in depth, with an average depth of 25 metres.
This is a shore dive accessed via gravel paths leading through the woods to the beach.
Yes, the site is rated for snorkelling, though the more interesting topography is found at greater depths.
Divers should be aware of cold water, significant depths, potential entanglement, low visibility, nitrogen narcosis, and moderate to strong currents.
Diving at Zigeunerplätzli in Walchwil requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Zigeunerplätzli in Walchwil. Water temperatures range from 6°C to 7°C.
Expect moderate currents at Zigeunerplätzli in Walchwil. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Zigeunerplätzli in Walchwil typically ranges from 3 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.