Fees · Country Guide
Cold-water wreck vibes, alpine lakes, and quarry adventures in the heart of Europe
Updated Dec 7, 2025 • 11 sources
Confirm these fees before you book so your operator plan and day budget match what you will pay onsite.
Germany does not have a single national dive permit, but fees and rules show up at the site level. Expect entry fees at managed lakes and quarries, local visitor taxes in many coastal resorts, and strict access rules in protected coastal areas.
| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Where to pay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake and quarry entry fees | Varies (often EUR 10-30 per day) Day pass or session | scuba, freedive | On-site operator, local dive shop, or online booking (site dependent) | Many inland sites are privately run or municipally managed. Follow briefings on platforms, lines, and protected zones. |
| Municipal visitor tax (Kurtaxe) in coastal resorts | Varies (often EUR 1-4 per person per night) Per night | all | Accommodation or local tourist office | Common in Baltic and North Sea resort towns. Keep receipts or guest cards if provided, as they can include local transport discounts. |
| Boat charter and guide fees (coasts and specialty sites) | Varies Per trip | scuba | Dive operator or charter company | Wreck-style and offshore dives often run as organized boats. Ask about experience requirements and what is included (tanks, weights, guide). |
| Protected area compliance (often no fee, but strict rules) | Usually no permit fee, but access may be limited N/A | scuba, snorkel, topside | N/A | Large coastal areas are zoned for conservation. Expect seasonal closures and wildlife distance rules, especially on the North Sea coast. |
Fee
Day pass or session
Many inland sites are privately run or municipally managed. Follow briefings on platforms, lines, and protected zones.
Per night
Common in Baltic and North Sea resort towns. Keep receipts or guest cards if provided, as they can include local transport discounts.
Per trip
Wreck-style and offshore dives often run as organized boats. Ask about experience requirements and what is included (tanks, weights, guide).
N/A
Large coastal areas are zoned for conservation. Expect seasonal closures and wildlife distance rules, especially on the North Sea coast.