Local update on the Pisztrángos leisure park and nearby recreation use.
Hungary
Clear-water lake dive near Budapest with a sunken car.
Clear-water lake dive near Budapest with a sunken car.
Erdőkertesi Pisztrángos tó is a clear-water freshwater lake near Budapest, known for easy training dives and a simple basin profile. The bottom features a sunken Volga car and enough trout and pike to keep the route interesting without making it technical. It suits relaxed shore diving when you want a short trip, calm water, and straightforward freshwater conditions.
Access Restrictions
Leisure-park access and local dive-school support apply; confirm current site rules before entry.
Legal Notes
Respect park rules and any fishing or event closures around the lake.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Maximum depth is about 14 m, with very good visibility; a sunken car provides an underwater point of interest.
Freediving
Freediving is possible in calm shallows, but the site is mainly used for scuba.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling can work in the calm shallows, though the site is more often used for scuba training.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Local update on the Pisztrángos leisure park and nearby recreation use.
Confirms the active outdoor-venue setting around the lake.
Older profile saying the lake was formed by clay mining.

Indoor training pools with year-round access.

Flooded mine dive with clear freshwater and cold water.

Warm, clear cave dive with guided access only