Kreidsee, Hemmoor
Famous German quarry dive with industrial relics and great visibility.
Shore Access
20m Avg Depth
60m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site, located in Hemmoor, is an old limestone quarry offering a unique diving experience. It's divided into five distinct areas: ‘Het Bos’ (The Forest), ‘Het Strand’ (The Beach), ‘De Straat’ (The Street), ‘De Andere Kant’ (The Other Side), and ‘Rüttler’. Divers can explore impressive features such as limestone walls, remnants of old factories, and steep drop-offs. Visibility frequently reaches up to 20 meters, making it a phenomenal dive location. The quarry provides diverse underwater landscapes and opportunities for encountering various marine life.
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
wall divewreckfreshwatertechnical divingbeginner friendlywide anglecold water
Marine Life
troutperchpikeeelsturgeoncrayfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Shallow areas for beginners, with deep sections and wrecks suitable for advanced and technical divers.
Hazards:
depthcold wateroverhead environment
Current Strength:
Mild

