This dive site, the Olympia Regattaanlage Oberschleißheim, is an artificial freshwater lake located north of Munich, Germany, originally built for regatta sports. Fed by groundwater inflows, it offers a controlled diving environment for training and leisure. Diving is strictly by appointment, suggesting organized access and potentially guided experiences. Navigation is straightforward given its rectangular shape and shallow depths.
Divers can expect to encounter a variety of freshwater fish species due to annual stocking by a local fishing association. Notable residents include waller (catfish), trout, pike, eel, carp, perch, and various shoals of small fish. While plant life isn't explicitly detailed, typical freshwater flora would be present, offering habitat for smaller organisms.
Warmer months are likely the best time to visit for more comfortable water temperatures. Its shallow nature makes it highly suitable for beginner divers, open water training, and freediving. It's also an excellent location for macro photography focusing on freshwater invertebrates and smaller fish, or for divers interested in observing larger European freshwater fish species in a controlled setting.
