This dive site is one of Switzerland's most famous freshwater dives, featuring a breathtakingly steep vertical wall that plummets into the depths of Lake Lucerne. The dramatic topography and clear, cold water offer a unique alpine diving experience.
Fischchratte
Famous freshwater wall dive in an alpine Swiss lake.
Boat Access
25m Avg Depth
40m Max Depth
About this dive site
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Common Roach
Trout
Pike
Crayfish
Perch
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Advanced
Steep drop-off to extreme depths and cold water requires advanced training and equipment like a drysuit.
Hazards:
depthcold waterboat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
Nearby Dive Sites
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Accessible shore dive with a sunken ship and training area.
Easily accessible freshwater wreck dive in a Swiss lake.