

Best for beginner divers, 20-40m, shore entry.
Altstadt is a freshwater wall and reef site located in Central Switzerland on Zugersee. The topography features a structure that descends into deep water, with depths ranging from 20 to 40 metres and an average depth of 30 metres. Shore entry provides straightforward access, though the site requires careful planning due to potential decompression obligations and cold water temperatures. Visibility typically ranges between 5 and 10 metres. Divers should remain vigilant regarding boat traffic near the shore and manage entanglement risks. Facilities including parking, a cafe, and a dive shop are available nearby to assist with equipment and post-dive recovery.
47.16634, 8.51413
The site has parking, a cafe, and a dive shop nearby, so you can sort equipment and warm up without much effort. Watch for boat traffic on entry and exit, and carry a surface marker buoy to make yourself visible once you surface.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
20-40m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
While the lack of current assists with management, the significant depth, cold water, and potential for decompression obligations require advanced certification and careful planning.
The site features a wall and reef structure that drops to depths between 20 and 40 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres.
Altstadt is a shore entry dive site.
Divers must manage risks including boat traffic, cold water, decompression obligations, deep water, entanglement, and low visibility.
The site is primarily a deep wall and reef dive location, with depths starting at 20 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Altstadt in Zurich requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Altstadt in Zurich typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.