

Best for beginner divers, 20-40m, shore entry.
Widmerland is a shore-entry freshwater dive site located on Lake Zurich in central Switzerland. The topography features a reef structure extending from 20 to 40 metres in depth. Divers should be prepared for variable visibility ranging between 5 and 10 metres, which can impact navigation. The site is suitable for beginners, though the depth profile requires careful monitoring. Boat traffic is a significant hazard at this location; divers must deploy a surface marker buoy well before ascending to ensure safety. Species recorded around this area include snail, common perch, American crayfish, sun perch, ruffe, chub, barbel, burbot, bullhead, brown trout, common carp, signal crayfish, and pike.
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Check locally for current facility availability before your visit, as amenities are not guaranteed on site. Deploy your SMB well before ascending, as boat traffic on Lake Zurich is a real concern at this location.
From Zurich on Seestrasse, turn left in Kilchberg before the Lindt & Sprüngli chocolate factory and BP gas station towards Restaurant Chez Fritz. Parking is available after 10m. A 50m path leads to the lake with a boat ramp and wooden pier.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
20-40m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
45 min
While not confirmed at this exact site, species recorded around this area include snail, common perch, American crayfish, sun perch, ruffe, chub, barbel, burbot, bullhead, brown trout, common carp, signal crayfish, and pike.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, although the depth profile reaches 40 metres, so divers should remain in shallower sections according to their experience level.
The site features a reef structure that ranges from 20 to 40 metres in depth.
Widmerland is a shore-entry dive site.
The main hazards are boat traffic and low, variable visibility. Divers should deploy a surface marker buoy well before ascending and remain alert for vessels near the surface.
Diving at Widmerland in Kilchberg requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Widmerland in Kilchberg typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.