

Best for beginner divers, 20-40m, shore entry.
Pumpenhaus Rüschlikon is a freshwater wall dive located on Lake Zurich. The site features a natural drop-off complemented by a submerged artificial reef structure. Divers can explore depths ranging from 20 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 28 metres. Visibility typically fluctuates between 5 and 15 metres. Entry is via the shore, and the site is suitable for beginners, though a thermocline exists with temperatures dropping to 5-6°C at depth. Divers should remain vigilant for boat traffic during entry and exit. Facilities including parking, toilets, and air fills are available on-site, supporting multiple dives. Night diving is permitted and often reveals increased activity from local aquatic life.
47.30283, 8.56117
The exit from the parking lot is possible at any time, but entry is restricted to 06:00 to 22:00.
From Zurich on the Seestrasse along the lake. In Rüschlikon, just before the town border to Thalwil, next to the Restaurant Bodrum, is the entrance to the Pumpwerk Moos.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-40m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
Divers may encounter pike, perch, common roach, burbot, crayfish, and colonies of zebra mussels attached to the hard surfaces of the wall and artificial reef.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners as there is no current, which helps with navigation and building confidence.
The site ranges from 20 to 40 metres deep, with an average depth of 28 metres.
This is a shore entry dive with direct access to the water.
The main hazards are boat traffic, which requires caution during entry and exit, and variable visibility that necessitates close monitoring of depth.
Diving at Pumpenhaus Rüschlikon in Rüschlikon requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Pumpenhaus Rüschlikon in Rüschlikon typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.