This dive site, Spiezwand, is exclusively accessible by boat and is renowned for its captivating underwater wall. It's particularly appreciated as a winter dive site due to its consistently good visibility, which allows divers to fully experience the unique topography. The site's main feature is a dramatic wall adorned with numerous large, submerged trees, creating a distinct and impressive underwater landscape. There are no specific historical accounts or complex navigation instructions beyond following the wall.
Within this unique freshwater environment, divers can expect to encounter species such as eels and pikes, which can be found hiding amongst the submerged trees and along the wall. However, it is noted that during the colder winter months, the overall marine life presence tends to be sparse, focusing more on the structural beauty than abundant fish.
The optimal time to explore Spiezwand is during the winter season, when the lower water temperatures significantly enhance underwater visibility, making it the ideal period to appreciate the submerged trees and wall formations. While it offers a rewarding experience for scuba divers of intermediate level, its depths up to 27 meters and clear conditions also make it suitable for freedivers seeking a unique cold-water challenge. Divers should always be prepared for the cold water conditions characteristic of Swiss lake diving in winter.
