This dive site, Schwarzlsee, is a popular freshwater lake located in Austria, offering accessible diving experiences. Entry is convenient via a beach or a jetty at the designated diving base. Underwater, divers can navigate around the lake, discovering a small e-boat wreck which provides shelter for a resident catfish, acting as an interesting point of interest. The lake is generally known as a local recreational area.
The Schwarzlsee hosts a variety of freshwater marine life. Divers can expect to encounter small fish species, alongside larger freshwater inhabitants such as perch, pike, zander, catfish, black amur, and carp. A notable and unique highlight of this site are the up to 2cm large freshwater jellyfish, offering fascinating opportunities for macro observation.
While the lake can be up to 12m deep in some areas, the primary dive site accessible has a maximum depth of 7 meters. It is suitable for diving throughout the warmer months, although cold water diving gear is advisable due to its freshwater nature. Schwarzlsee is an excellent location for beginner divers due to its shallow depths and calm conditions, and it is equally appealing for freedivers seeking practice and exploration of its features.
