

Best for beginner divers, 30-204m, shore entry.
Lago di Vogorno-Ponte in the Verzasca Valley provides shore-entry diving in a freshwater environment. The site features no current, offering a stable setting for divers. Visibility typically ranges between 5 and 10 metres. While the lake reaches depths of 204 metres, the shallower sections are suitable for beginners to explore. The underwater topography supports various temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates. Divers should be prepared for cold water temperatures at this altitude, making a drysuit or a thick wetsuit advisable. As facilities are not guaranteed on site, visitors should arrive self-sufficient with all necessary equipment, water, and supplies.
46.22243, 8.85717
Facilities are not guaranteed on site, so check locally before you go and arrive self-sufficient with water, snacks, and any equipment you need. Because the lake dives cold at altitude, a drysuit or a well-fitting thick wetsuit is worth considering regardless of the season.
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No known hazards
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Depth
30-204m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
The site supports various temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates typical of the region's habitat.
Yes, the lack of current makes this a forgiving environment for newer divers to build confidence, provided they stay within their certification limits.
The depth range at Lago di Vogorno-Ponte extends from 30 metres down to 204 metres.
Yes, entry is directly from the shore and no boat is required.
Visibility is generally between 5 and 10 metres, and there is no current. The water is cold due to the altitude.