Swiss-lake visibility and rock-face context.
Fischbalmen is a steep shore-entry wall dive on Lake Thun.
Fischbalmen is a steep shore-entry wall dive on Lake Thun.
Fischbalmen is a steep wall dive on Lake Thun with shore entry via stairs and a deep drop-off that makes it one of the area’s best-known sites. The wall is partly overhanging, so the dive feels more like a controlled vertical profile than a flat lake traverse. Eels, pike, bullheads, and burbot are the usual wildlife draw, with clear alpine water helping the structure stand out. It suits experienced divers who want a cold-water wall dive rather than a leisurely lake swim.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 100m
Depth Note
Steep wall with a drop greater than 100 m and partially overhanging sections.
Best Season
May to September
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
The wall is very deep and includes partly overhanging sections.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Steep wall dive with sections that overhang and a drop beyond 100 m.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive target because the wall is deep and overhanging.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel target; this is a cold-water wall dive.
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
Swiss-lake visibility and rock-face context.
Lake Thun dive-site listing for Fischbalmen.
Operator page with site-specific guidance for experienced divers.
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