

Best for beginner divers, 15-30m, shore entry.
Hallwilersee-Restaurant Delphin offers a straightforward shore-entry dive in Central Switzerland. This freshwater site is suitable for beginner divers, providing calm, current-free conditions. Divers can explore depths ranging from 15 to 30 metres, with visibility typically between 5 and 10 metres. The site features convenient logistics, including on-site parking and a cafe for post-dive warming. Due to the nature of the lake, divers must be prepared for cold water temperatures and a distinct thermocline. A drysuit or a thick wetsuit is recommended to manage the sharp temperature drops encountered during descent.
47.29488, 8.21900
Pack a thicker wetsuit or a drysuit, as the thermocline can drop temperatures sharply as you descend. The cafe on site makes it easy to warm up after your dive.
Delphinstrasse 26, 5616 Meisterschwanden, Switzerland.
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Depth
15-30m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers as it offers calm, current-free conditions.
The site reaches depths between 15 and 30 metres.
This is a shore-entry dive site.
The main hazards are the cold water temperatures and the presence of a thermocline.
A drysuit or a thick wetsuit is essential to provide adequate thermal protection against the cold water and thermocline.
Diving at Restaurant Delphin in Meisterschwanden requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Restaurant Delphin in Meisterschwanden typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.