

Best for beginner divers, 4-16m, shore entry, mild current.
Rhein-Eschenz is an artificial reef site located in Lake Zurich, Switzerland, offering a manageable shore dive suitable for beginners. Divers can explore depths ranging from 4 to 16 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. The site features mild currents and visibility typically between 5 and 10 metres. Entry is from the shore, where divers should exercise caution regarding potential surf or shore break. Due to cold freshwater temperatures, a drysuit or thick wetsuit is recommended year-round. Divers must remain vigilant for boat traffic throughout the dive and be aware of potential entanglement risks. Parking facilities are available at the site.
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Parking is available at the site, but enter the water carefully and watch for boat traffic throughout the dive. A thick wetsuit or drysuit is strongly recommended year-round given the cold freshwater temperatures.
Eschenz is located on the southern shore of the Rheinsee, where the Hochrhein flows out of the Untersee. It is accessible via the Seelinie Schaffhausen-Rorschach railway line and the Stein am Rhein-Frauenfeld bus connection.
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Depth
4-16m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is well-suited for newly certified divers due to its manageable depths and mild currents.
The site features depths ranging from 4 to 16 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
This is a shore dive, though divers should be cautious of boat traffic and potential shore break during entry.
Primary hazards include boat traffic, cold water temperatures, entanglement risks, and potential surf or shore break during entry.
A thick wetsuit or drysuit is strongly recommended year-round to manage the cold freshwater temperatures.
Diving at Rhein-Eschenz in Stein am Rhein requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Rhein-Eschenz in Stein am Rhein typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Rhein-Eschenz in Stein am Rhein typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.