This dive site offers a unique drift dive experience in the High Rhine, on the border of Germany and Switzerland. Divers explore the riverbed's natural rock formations and submerged vegetation, carried by a variable current. The primary attraction is the dynamic freshwater landscape and the unique sensation of a river drift.
Rheinau - Ellikon
A scenic freshwater drift dive in the Rhine River.
Boat Access
8m Avg Depth
12m Max Depth
About this dive site
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Fair
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
drift diveriver divefreshwaterlandscape
Marine Life
Eel
Common Roach
Catfish
Pike
Crayfish
Perch
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Potential for strong currents and significant river boat traffic.
Hazards:
currentboat trafficcold watervariable visibilityentanglement
Current Strength:
Variable
Nearby Dive Sites
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