Hohenwarte-Stausee - Schwarze Wand Suggest edit

Germany Suggest · Thuringia Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

NoneCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

May to SeptemberBest months

18.0–24.0 °CWater (summer)

4.0–8.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Hohenwarte-Stausee - Schwarze Wand is a popular dive site located in the Hohenwarte Reservoir in Thuringia, Germany. The site features steep underwater walls and diverse aquatic life, making it suitable for various levels of divers.

Diving at Schwarze Wand offers a chance to explore underwater cliffs and rock formations. The site is known for its clear waters and the presence of freshwater species such as perch and pike. Divers can expect to see interesting geological features along the wall.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: None Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 18.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 4.0–8.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rock gravel silt Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting conditions are during midday; focus on underwater rock formations.

Location

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