Explore Lake Bösinghoven
Lake Bösinghoven, nestled in Meerbusch near Düsseldorf, offers divers a unique freshwater experience in Germany. This former gravel mine has been transformed into a diving paradise accessible year-round. With temperatures ranging from 3°C–24°C/37°F–75°F throughout the year, it caters to both winter and summer diving enthusiasts. The lake's depth reaches around 12 to 13 meters/39 to 42 feet, providing ample space for exploration beneath its surface.
Divers are greeted with up to 10 meters/33 feet of visibility, unveiling an underwater world replete with intriguing features. Sunken statues and small wrecks pepper the lakebed, offering enchanting sites for divers to discover. The diverse aquatic life, including perch, pike, sturgeon, and carp, adds to the allure, making each dive a vibrant adventure. A 12-month permit is required for diving, ensuring that underwater explorers can return to the lake's depths again and again, uncovering new wonders on each visit.