Explore Upper Austria

Upper Austria, or Oberösterreich, is a hidden gem for freshwater diving enthusiasts. The region offers a mosaic of lakes, mountain reservoirs, and quarries that provide a diverse range of diving experiences. Lake Mondsee, known for reaching a warm 26°C/79°F in summer, offers recreational divers the chance to explore its pleasant waters. Meanwhile, the vast Lake Hallstatt is famed for its impressive fish population, presenting a unique underwater spectacle for divers. For those seeking more technical or adventurous dives, Upper Austria doesn't disappoint. The area features thrilling steep face-dives and intriguing rock formations that are perfect for technical and cave diving. Some lakes are crystal clear, providing excellent visibility, while others have mysterious, darker waters due to plankton. The surprising addition of submerged artifacts like car wrecks and an old phone box adds an element of discovery and intrigue. The stunning mountain scenery provides a breathtaking backdrop, enhancing the allure of diving in this region. With the possibility of combining diving with other outdoor activities like hiking and cycling, Upper Austria offers a comprehensive adventure package, making it a must-visit destination for divers seeking something truly unique and exhilarating.

Places to Explore

Pichlinger See

1 Divesite

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

Traunfall

4 Divesites 2 Centers

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

Langbathsee

1 Divesite

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

Gosausee

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

Lake Hallstatt

1 Divesite

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

Mondsee

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

Attersee

23 Divesites 2 Centers

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

Traunsee

4 Divesites 1 Center

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

Upcoming Events

Diver Level Programs / Courses

Sharktime-Divecenter

Try Scuba

18 Nov 2025

The SSI Try Scuba program is the best way to try scuba diving for the first time. You will be in confined water and well looked after by your instructor, so you can enjoy those first unforgettable breaths underwater and experience the magic of scuba diving. At the end of this short course, you will have earned your SSI Try Scuba recognition card and undoubtedly want to go diving again. Endless scuba diving adventures are waiting for you and this course is where it all begins. Start today!

Diver Level Programs / Courses

Sauwald Aqua Team

Night Diving and Limited Visibility

05 Jul 2026

Night diving requires different skills from diving during the day. The SSI Night Diving and Limited Visibility specialty is the best way to learn about night diving and practice the techniques you will need to become a safe and confident night diver. In this program, you will be provided with all the knowledge and skills you need to safely and comfortably dive at night or in limited visibility conditions. With a combination of online learning and open water training dives, you will learn how to enter and exit the water, use specialized equipment, and how to communicate with your buddy easily at night or in limited visibility. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Night Diving and Limited Visibility specialty certification and be ready to go night diving with confidence.

Top Dive Sites Map

★★★☆☆ Pichlingersee

Lake Pichlinger is an artificially created recreational area in the southeast of Linz, in the district of Ebelsberg. It includes the bathing lake, the green belt with various parking lots, restaurants, and snack bars, playgrounds and a camping site.

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★★★★☆ Hotel Das Traunsee

Hotel Das Traunsee has a max depth of 30m. The bank structure is fairly shallow with a steep face. You can find platforms at 5m and 10m. Special features include a VW Bus at 12m. Enter from under the parking lot at the landing stage.

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★★★★☆ ÖWR Hausboot

The dive site ÖWR Hausboot is a rather shallow dive site, but there is a lot to see, such as a houseboat, pile dwellings, as well as various sailboats.

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★★★★☆ Traunfall

Traunfall dive site is in the reservoir area where depth averages 8m. Visibility can get up to 30m. The shore structure is steep to the bottom and you can see many pikes and an old roman salt road.

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★★★★☆ Segelboot Dixi

An excellent dive on Attersee with max depth of 30m. The shore structure is a sloping bottom with a platform at 5m. At 8 meters there is a covered pile dwelling, a speedboat wreck at 22m, jetty at 17m, and an air-filled bathtub.

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★★★★☆ Landbettler

Dive site is located directly at the "Badeplatz Landbettler".in the Hallstättersee it is already from 15m depth pitch dark. Dive times: 08.00 to 17.00 o'clock (summer time: 09.00 to 18.00 o'clock).

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★★★★☆ Inselrunde

The entrance and exit is from a nice sunbathing area. After the detailed briefing, tunnels, underwater canyons, wedged trees, and the 2 underwater houses, lots of different fish and crabs await you. The highlight here is the pump house that was flooded in 1922.

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★★★★☆ Twin Towers

At the entrance you will find a small sailing dinghy at a depth of 12-14m. From here, toward the left, you will reach two vertical trees at 18m after a few minutes. This is the so-called Twin Towers.

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★★★★☆ Unterwasserwald

The dive site Underwater Forest offers a very nice dive with an average depth of about 20 meters. It is unique to see tree trunks lying on the bottom, which are like Mikado sticks partly on top of each other.

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★★★★☆ Europabad

The dive site is located directly in the Europabad. (Access only possible when the lido is open) WC & bathing buffet open in summer in good weather. There is also a small diving center (Scuba Consult) with filling possibility. (normally only open at weekends and in summer)

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★★★★☆ Hinkelsteine

There are 3 menhirs to dive, the bigger one starts at 18m and reaches a depth of 32m. Suitable for advanced divers. Since 2018, three life-size wooden figures have been built around the menhirs as part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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★★★★☆ Steinschlagtafel

This freshwater dive site has a max depth of 20m and a slightly sloping bank structure. Rocks, tree trunks, and branches are everywhere. To the right, there is mainly monotonous muddy underground. To the left, you will find stony and sandy underground covered with rocks and tree trunks.

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★★★★☆ Explorer Tour / Deep Trip/ 8 Höhlentour

This site can be described as a summary of the other three guided tours. Here you can see an underwater weir, four tunnels, mighty in canyons, wedged giant trees, many fish, and a rock arch created by thousands of years of erosion.

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★★★★☆ Vorderer Langbathsee

Attention: Diveable from May to the end of September with proof of dive card. Max depth id 33m. Shore structure is shallowly sloping with mostly good visibility and some tree trunks to see.

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★★★★☆ Watersports

Diving site suitable for all levels of training. Entry via stairs. Multiple platforms ranging from 5m to 40m. Highlights include a sunken sailboat and a car wreck. Family-friendly with a large sunbathing area, toilets, and an on-site buffet. Direct air filling station and equipment rental available.

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Diving in Upper Austria

Upper Austria offers unique freshwater diving experiences in the serene waters of Lake Attersee and Lake Traunsee. Lake Attersee, the largest in the region, is renowned for its clear waters and fascinating underwater landscapes. Divers can explore steep rock faces and underwater forests, providing exciting shore dive opportunities. Home to diverse aquatic life, including pike and perch, the lake enhances the underwater adventure.

Lake Traunsee is another popular spot, known for its dramatic underwater cliffs and caves, appealing to those interested in more challenging dives. The Gassel Caves offer thrilling experiences for cave divers, with intricate formations to explore. Both lakes cater to novice and experienced divers, promising unforgettable encounters with local aquatic life and natural underwater beauty.

The best Months to dive in Upper Austria

Freshwater diving in Upper Austria offers a unique experience year-round, with distinct seasonal variations. During winter, water temperatures can drop significantly, reaching around 4°C/39°F, often causing ice cover on lakes such as Traunsee and Attersee. Divers should be prepared for reduced visibility due to ice and sediment disturbance, yet winter provides a unique underwater landscape.

Spring and summer bring warmer water temperatures, peaking at approximately 20°C/68°F in the summer months, with visibility improving as sediment settles. These months, particularly late spring through early fall, are ideal for diving due to clearer waters and more stable weather conditions. However, autumn can bring increased rainfall, potentially affecting visibility. Overall, the best time for diving in Upper Austria is between May and September when environmental conditions are most favorable.

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Centers Map

Tauchausbildung Thomas Mayrhuber

Gemeindestr. 21, 4650 Lambach, AUT

SCUBABOARD

Stockhofstr. 9, 4020 Linz, AUT

diverspassion.at

Am Weiher 35, 4600 Schleißheim, AUT

Underpressure Watersports

Forsthausstr. 4b, 4852 Weyregg am Attersee, AUT

ATS Attersee Tauchsport Service

Haslach 4, 4853 Steinbach am Attersee, AUT

Sharktime-Divecenter

Breitwiesergutstraße 50 Geschäftszeile, 4020 Linz, AUT

Fluss- Tauchbasis Magic-Dive Traunfall

Holzleitnerstrasse 12, 4651 Stadl-Paura, AUT

Tauchschule Aquasport

Roith 7, 4921 Hohenzell, AUT

Adventure Diving

Webereistrasse 8, 4802 Ebensee, AUT

Atlantis Qualidive GmbH

Viecht am Traunfall 10a, 4693 Desselbrunn, AUT

non dubitare Linz Tauchen I Reisen I Akademie

Schirmerstraße 15, 4060 Linz - Leonding, AUT

NextLevel Diving

Am Thalbach 19, 4600 Thalheim b. Wels, AUT

Sauwald Aqua Team

Strass 27, 4724 Neukirchen am Walde, AUT