Independent local dive-site page describing the lake as a clean recreational water body used for diving.
Shallow quarry lake for training dives
Laupheimer Baggersee is an easy-access quarry lake in the Risstal for training dives, buoyancy work, and simple freshwater checkouts. The shore entry is straightforward, the water is sheltered, and the site suits relaxed practice more than scenery hunting, with cold-water comfort and modest visibility the main planning considerations.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 8m
Depth Note
Shallow quarry lake with an easy shore entry and a short training-depth profile in the single-digit meters.
Best Season
May to September
Typical Conditions
Shallow freshwater quarry lake with calm water, modest visibility, and a training-friendly bottom profile.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Use a hood and wetsuit, keep close trim in the silt, and plan for modest visibility around the lake bottom.
Access Restrictions
Use the marked shore entry and follow the city's seasonal bathing-area rules.
Legal Notes
Seasonal bathing-area rules apply; no special dive permit is called out in the local club material.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for Open Water training, buoyancy practice, and easy freshwater checkout dives.
Freediving
The lake is shallow and sheltered, but it is primarily a scuba training site.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is possible near the shore, though the site is more useful to divers than to casual surface swimmers.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Independent local dive-site page describing the lake as a clean recreational water body used for diving.
Dive-center cleanup event showing active local diving use and maintenance.
Local dive-club page with 6-7 m visibility, year-round access, and summer/winter entry points.
City article confirming the May-to-September bathing season and ongoing monitoring.
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