Walchensee dive base and site list near Urfeld.
Walchensee shore dive with debris and strong current.
Walchensee shore dive with debris and strong current.
Urfeld is a classic Walchensee shore dive at the boat-rental entry, with tree trunks, sediment debris, and two sunken rowboats on the bottom. Stay to the right and treat the left side as no-go territory when the power-plant current is running. It suits cold-water divers who want structure, current management, and a freshwater debris-and-wreck feel.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
25m - 30m
Depth Note
The site works in the 25-30 m band with tree trunks, sediment debris, and two sunken rowboats.
Best Season
May, June, and September
Typical Conditions
Cold freshwater shore dive with a debris field and a current-sensitive left side.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Stay right on the main line; the left side can be pushed by strong current from the Walchensee power plant.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Lake dive to a maximum depth of about 25–30 m, with tree trunks and two sunken rowboats.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive target; current, cold water, and depth make scuba the better fit.
Snorkeling
The shore access is easy, but this is not a snorkeling-first site; the interesting structure sits deeper.
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
Walchensee dive base and site list near Urfeld.
Local Walchensee dive and access overview.
Local fill-station and Walchensee access info.
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