Ruedi-Walter Platz Suggest edit

Switzerland Suggest · Bern Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

15Max dive depth

15.0 mSite max depth

2.0–8.0 mVisibility

ModerateCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

June, July, AugustBest months

18.0–22.0 °CWater (summer)

4.0–8.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Ruedi-Walter Platz is a popular dive site located in the Aare River in Bern, Switzerland. It offers divers a unique experience of freshwater diving in a scenic urban environment.

The dive site features a mix of submerged structures and natural riverbed, providing opportunities to observe local aquatic life. The river current can vary, and divers should be prepared for changing conditions.

Conditions

Visibility: 2.0–8.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Moderate Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 18.0–22.0 °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:
sand gravel rocks Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting conditions in the afternoon, focus on aquatic life and river structures.

Location

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