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Grüner Grenzland See, Bad Bentheim

Located close to the Dutch border in Germany, the Grüner Grenzlandsee is a vibrant dive site surrounded by lush greenery. This picturesque underwater world serves as a habitat for a variety of aquatic creatures, including sturgeons, carp, pike, and an array of smaller inhabitants such as snails. With a maximum depth of approximately 18 meters, divers can explore the depths of this lake and discover a diverse range of marine life.

Diving in the Grüner Grenzlandsee offers a chance to encounter some fascinating species. Keep an eye out for sturgeons, pike, big carp, crabs, and if you're lucky, even a turtle. Additionally, the lake is home to a few interesting wrecks, including a Trabi, a tractor, and a rowing boat, providing an exciting opportunity for divers to explore these underwater attractions.

With a visibility of around 4 meters and a maximum depth of 8 meters, the Grüner Grenzlandsee is suitable for divers of various skill levels, ranging from beginners to advanced. Its convenient location near the city of Zur Grenze, Bad Bentheim, in Landkreis Grafschaft Bentheim, Lower Saxony, Germany, makes it easily accessible for diving enthusiasts.

Discover the beauty of the Grüner Grenzlandsee and immerse yourself in its captivating underwater world. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, this dive site offers a memorable experience for all.

Diving Conditions Score for Grüner Grenzland See, Bad Bentheim

6.1
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Grüner Grenzland See, Bad Bentheim

Depth

8m

Visibility

4m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Grüner Grenzland See, Bad Bentheim

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

10 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

15km

Cloud Cover

57.5%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

20°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Grüner Grenzland See, Bad Bentheim
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Dive Score Chart for Grüner Grenzland See, Bad Bentheim

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.113333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.613333333333333/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Grüner Grenzland See, Bad Bentheim: 06:00
Sunset at Grüner Grenzland See, Bad Bentheim: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Grüner Grenzland See, Bad Bentheim are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.

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Best Overall
6:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 10 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Grüner Grenzland See, Bad Bentheim
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Grüner Grenzland See, Bad Bentheim

The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.

Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Seasonal DiveScore Chart

This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Best Season for Grüner Grenzland See, Bad Bentheim

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Grüner Grenzland See, Bad Bentheim

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
December
Score: 9.9

Ideal Conditions for Grüner Grenzland See, Bad Bentheim

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

25.2°C / 77.4°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Grüner Grenzland See, Bad Bentheim

Grüner Grenzland See, Bad Bentheim shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (25.2°C) and December the coldest (21.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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