Summer conditions and year-round drysuit guidance for Lake Lucerne.
Shore-entry Lake Lucerne dive with freshwater fish and cold water.
Shore-entry Lake Lucerne dive with freshwater fish and cold water.
Lopper 1, Hergiswil is a shore-entry freshwater lake dive on Lake Lucerne with an easy lakeshore approach, a beginner-friendly profile, and terrain that changes gently along the wall and slope. The site is valued for perch, pike, and other lake fish, while the cold-water setting and passing boat traffic make surface awareness part of the plan. It is a straightforward local dive when summer conditions are calm, but drysuit comfort and clear navigation matter more than scenery.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 25m
Depth Note
Local listings place the average depth around 12 m with a maximum around 25 m.
Best Season
June to September; year-round with a drysuit.
Typical Conditions
Freshwater shore dive with mild current, variable visibility, and better summer conditions.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Use appropriate thermal protection and keep an eye on passing boats near the shore entry.
Access Restrictions
Shore entry from the parking area below the motorway bridge; keep clear of the boat lane.
Legal Notes
Follow local lake access and boat-traffic rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Beginner-friendly freshwater lake dive with easy shore access and a straightforward lakeshore swim line.
Freediving
Suitable for freediving in calm conditions, with a shore entry and mild current.
Snorkeling
The shallow shore entry makes snorkeling possible, though the clearest fish viewing is underwater.
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
Summer conditions and year-round drysuit guidance for Lake Lucerne.
Official Lake Lucerne guide and diving support context.
Club outing for Lopper 1, confirming local operator usage.
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