Diving in Austria

Home to Rubens and Klimt, Mozart and Strauss, Austria is a master of the arts, whether that be paintings or classical music. Grand palaces crown sophisticated cities, from Vienna to Salzburg, and the whole country is dominated by the Austrian Alps, home to the country’s national flower, the edelweiss, and its highest peak, Grossglockner, standing proud at 3,798 meters (12,460ft). There are also thousands of lakes in Austria, scenic pools of sapphire and emerald that become beautiful centers of activity in summer with swimming and a whole range of water sports, including diving.

Austria has no coastline and is perhaps more famous for its dramatic mountains, lush meadows and elegant cities. However, this beautiful country also makes for a great diving destination, thanks in no small part to its glittering alpine lakes. There are strict environmental regulations that make these wonderful lakes pristine locations for divers, both beginner and advanced – among some of the cleanest in Europe.
Emerald lakes that serve as pretty backdrops to mountain skiing in winter, come into their own as soon as the snow thaws. Here you can expect amazing visibility in the glassy water, with plants and bountiful fish as well as manmade points of interest.

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Featured places to go in Austria

Steiermark

Steiermark is considered to have one of the most photogenic underwater dive sites of the Alps, with the Steiermark’s Green Lake .

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Tirol

The Austrian lakes are not only a great backdrop for hikes or fresh for freshwater swimming, they get even more interesting below the surface.

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Kärnten

Kärnten is indeed an amazing scuba diving paradise for divers in Austria.

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Burgenland

Burgenland is famous for vineyards striping the landscape and also a beautiful holiday destination that is also great for diving.

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Niederösterreich

The underwater life here at Niederösterreich is typical of that found in dive-friendly Austria.

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Salzburger Land

Salzburger Land also makes for a great diving destination – and one of the best diving hot spots in Austria.

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Oberösterreich

In Oberösterreich, the lakes promise a mix of biological, archaeological and geological wonders, making every dive interesting.

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Neufelder See

Scuba diving in Neufelder See is fun and adventurous with a great visibility all year around.

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Wolfgangsee

Lake Wolfgang is renowned for being one of the most famous, and perhaps, the best-loved of vacation lakes in the region.

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Klopeiner See

Klopeiner See is arguably one of the warmest lakes, and, perhaps, the best dive site in Kärnten to enjoy scuba diving.

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Weissensee

this amazing Austrian dive site has everything a scuba diver could ever wish for from its rich Austrian wildlife deep within the waters to a diverse flora.

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Millstätter See

Also listed among the best dive sites in Austria, Lake Millstätter See’s water is crystal clear, and is even safe for drinking.

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Wörthersee

Experience Austria’s beautiful underwater life in Lake Wörthersee.

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Freibacher Stausee

Freibacher Stausee offers a whole variety of fish sheltering in the protection of the roots, from perch, brown trout and lake trout.

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Faakersee

Lake Faakersee is a fantastic scuba diving site that guarantees an amazing dive experience.

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Lunzer See

In Lunzer See, you will also find pond rose colonies that offer extra points of interest to the underwater scenery.

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Erlaufsee

Countless flooded trees, a steep wall, and an abundance of fish that you can expect in the Erlaufsee.

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Grundlsee

The Grundlsee is one of the most versatile diving waters in Austria, where steep walls can be found as well as shallow water zones with a variety of animals.

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Altaussee

The Altaussee lake itself is considered one of the most beautiful in the region.

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Grüblsee

Grüblsee is exceptional for diving opportunities with numerous fish species as well as several underwater sights.

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Copacabana

Whether you are looking for wreck diving or ice diving, Copacabana has it all and welcomes all types of divers, from beginners to those with disabilities.

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Blindsee

addition to the good visibility, the lake is known for its fascinating Austrian underwater life

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Lakes Fernsteinsee and Samaranger See

These two Tyrolean dive sites are situated next to each other. They are among the most beautiful mountain lakes of all.

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Traunsee

An El Dorado for both beginners and experienced divers, this lake is home to fascinating steep walls off the south and east shores

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Attersee

Austria’s largest lake has a unique topography and numerous dive sites, from wrecks in the shallow waters to a steep wall.

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Mondsee

n the border between Upper Austria and Salzburg, the Mondsee is the warmest lake in the region and very rich in fish

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Hallstätter See

One of the Austria’s premier dive sites, this lake is filled with fascinating things to see and explore.

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Gosausee

Lake Gosausee, with its towering Dachstein massif in the background, is one of the most famous sights in Upper Austria.

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Langbathsee

In Langbathsee you are diving in pure spring water surrounded by stunning peaks, which of course means you can enjoy impeccable conditions.

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Traunfall

This is your chance to try river diving, enjoying the currents, narrow caves, unexpected overhangs, graceful grottos and sparkling waterfalls in Traunfall.

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Pichlinger See

You can dive the clear waters and enjoying seeing everything from perch and zander right through to pike and carp in the Pichlinger See.

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Grüner See

Grüner See a fantastic dive site for beginners.

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Dive Sites in Austria

Travel Information for Austria

Power Plug Type

 

C, F

Airports

 

VIE

Currency

 

EUR

Language

 

de

Electricity

 

230 V / 50 Hz

Timezone

 

UTC+01:00

Network Provider

 

3/Orange/One Connect, A1 MobilKom, T-Mobile/Telering, Tele2, UPC Austria

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The descriptions provided here are intended as general information and personal experiences related to specific dive sites and locations and should not be construed as definitive advice or recommendations. Before diving, please confirm that diving is permitted at your chosen location, and comply with all relevant local laws, regulations, and posted signage. The responsibility for verifying the legality of the dive and assessing any associated risks rests entirely with you.