

Best for intermediate divers, 20-56m, shore entry.
Oeschinensee-Ost is a freshwater reef dive located in the Swiss Alps. Divers access the site from the shore, descending into depths ranging from 20 to 56 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres. Visibility at the site typically spans 5 to 15 metres. Due to the glacial meltwater feeding the lake, water temperatures remain consistently cold, rarely exceeding 15°C. Divers must be prepared for these conditions with appropriate thermal protection, such as a drysuit. The site is suitable for intermediate divers, and facilities including parking and toilets are available on-site to assist with logistics.
46.49497, 7.72188
The southeastern shore is a restricted zone due to rockfall and landslide danger, with an absolute entry ban in place.
Take the gondola from Kandersteg to the mountain station, then walk approximately 30 minutes to the lake shore or use the seasonal electric taxi.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-56m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site reaches depths between 20 and 56 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres.
No, this site is classified for intermediate divers due to the depth and cold water conditions.
Yes, Oeschinensee-Ost is a shore-entry dive site.
The primary hazard is the consistently cold water temperature, which requires the use of a drysuit or thick thermal protection.
Yes, parking and toilets are available on-site.
Diving at Oeschinensee-Ost in Kandersteg requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Oeschinensee-Ost in Kandersteg are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Visibility at Oeschinensee-Ost in Kandersteg typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.