

Best for intermediate divers, 12-27m, shore entry.
Waegitalersee-Hundloch-Quelle is a freshwater cave and cavern system located in a reservoir in central Switzerland. This shore-accessible site features depths ranging from 12 to 27 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Visibility typically measures between 5 and 10 metres. The site is an overhead environment that requires both open water and cave diving qualifications. Divers should be prepared for cold water temperatures, which can drop to 6°C even in summer. Drysuits, hoods, and gloves are recommended. The site offers a no-current environment, and a cafe is available nearby for post-dive warming. The habitat supports various temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates.
47.06755, 8.91913
It is best to visit with someone who knows the site, as it is a cave dive.
Follow the left shore of the lake until reaching a yellow sign marked Hundlochquelle. Park on the right and follow the path down to the spring.
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Depth
12-27m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
The site supports a variety of temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates typical of the region's habitat.
No, this is an intermediate-level site that requires both open water certification and specific cave diving qualifications due to the overhead environment.
The site ranges from 12 to 27 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Yes, Waegitalersee-Hundloch-Quelle is a shore-accessible dive site.
The site is a no-current environment with visibility between 5 and 10 metres. Water temperatures are cold, reaching as low as 6°C in July.
Diving at Waegitalersee-Hundloch-Quelle in Innerthal requires the following certifications: Open Water, Cave. Always dive within your training limits.