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Walchensee, Am Hackl (VW Käfer)
Walchensee, Am Hackl is a shore dive to a VW Beetle wreck on an alpine lake.
A short shore approach and public parking make Walchensee, Am Hackl reachable, but cold water, seasonal restrictions and weather-sensitive visibility still call for planning.
About Walchensee, Am Hackl (VW Käfer)
Walchensee, Am Hackl (VW Käfer) is a classic south-shore entry on an alpine lake, known for the Beetle wreck, scattered trees and rock structure around the line. It is a good choice for divers who want a straightforward shore approach with clear-water potential, but the site still demands cold-water kit and a conservative pace because conditions vary with season and weather. Plan the dive around the access rules and the weather window rather than assuming a warm-water outing.
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Research Estimate At Walchensee, Am Hackl (VW Käfer)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 12m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Walchensee, Am Hackl (VW Käfer)?
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Walchensee, Am Hackl (VW Käfer) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 15m
Depth Note
One guide places the Beetle at about 15 m, while entry notes describe a short descent from shore.
Best Season
Spring through early autumn
Typical Conditions
Cold alpine lake water, usually clear visibility, and a shoreline dive profile that changes with weather and seasonal water level.
Safety & Access At Walchensee, Am Hackl (VW Käfer)
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Cold waterRestricted access
Safety Notes
Use cold-water protection, keep an eye on depth and reserve gas, and check the seasonal ban window before you travel. The wreck line can be missed if visibility drops.
Access Restrictions
Walchensee has regional diving bans from 15 October to 1 February, and some approaches use toll roads or other controlled access.
Legal Notes
Follow the official diving order and night-dive rules, and verify the current water-level and access notice before entering.
Local Intel For Walchensee, Am Hackl (VW Käfer)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The line starts from shore and leads to the VW Käfer wreck with trees and rocks around it, so slow navigation matters more than speed.
Freediving
Not a casual freedive site. The cold water, depth and seasonal rules make it better suited to scuba than relaxed breath-hold sessions.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is only practical on the shallow edge and is limited by cold water; the main draw is the wreck dive.
Wildlife at Walchensee, Am Hackl (VW Käfer)
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Walchensee, Am Hackl (VW Käfer)
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Walchensee, Am Hackl (VW Käfer)
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility12m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
