Historical independent reporting on the Vogelsee as a very clear, busy dive lake.
Nonnenweier Vogelsee is a deep quarry lake for advanced dives.
Nonnenweier Vogelsee is a deep quarry lake for advanced dives.
Nonnenweier Vogelsee is a deep quarry lake in Schwanau with steep underwater walls, a dredger, and strong fish life. The site suits advanced divers because the main draw is the depth profile and big underwater structure rather than a casual shallow circuit. Parking is near the lake, but the marked dive entry sits on the back shore and requires a gear walk. Clear water and depth make it a strong planned scuba day rather than a casual swim stop.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 80m
Depth Note
Shallow shelves near the entry drop into a very deep quarry profile.
Best Season
Late spring through early autumn
Typical Conditions
Steep quarry walls, clear water, and a deep profile make this a planned lake dive rather than a casual shore swim.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Plan for depth, cold water, and a fair gear walk to the entry. Stay within the marked dive zone and use the separation from swimmers.
Access Restrictions
Use the marked dive zone and expect the main entry to be well away from parking. Respect the separate diving and bathing areas.
Legal Notes
Follow the marked access zones and any local lake rules for shared-use water.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
This is a deep freshwater scuba site with steep walls and a dredger as the main underwater attraction.
Freediving
Freediving is limited to the shallow margins; the main profile is too deep for casual breath-hold use.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel-first site; the useful surface-viewing zone is limited to the shallow entry area.
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
Historical independent reporting on the Vogelsee as a very clear, busy dive lake.
Deep lake description with dredger, steep walls, and strong fish life.
General lake context and warm-season popularity.
Parking near the lake, gear walk to the entry, clear water, deep excavator zone, fish life, and practical lake facilities.
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