Hilterfingen Hotel Bellevue

Welcome to our dive site, a shallow water paradise with easy access via a ramp. As you descend into the water, you'll be greeted by an abundance of sea grass at the entrance, creating the perfect habitat for a diverse range of fish species. Exploring the upper area, you'll come across various objects scattered up to a maximum depth of 20m.

At this stunning dive site, divers of all levels can encounter an array of marine life including eglis, pike, alets, grops, and burbot. Delve deeper into the underwater world and you'll discover an enchanting array of shells, snails, and other small creatures, ideal for macro photography enthusiasts.

Access to the site is through a slightly sloping ramp, with caution advised due to potential slipperiness. To ensure safety, descend on the left side, providing stability by holding onto the landing stage. Once submerged, dive within the buoy markings as required by the maritime police. Surrounding the dive site, the sea grass serves as a thriving habitat for a captivating assortment of underwater creatures including eglis, pike, burbot, groppen, alets, snails, mussels, caddis fly larvae, and water fleas.

This dive site presents a gentle slope, making it equally suitable for beginners and advanced divers alike. Begin your dive by heading straight ahead towards the middle of the lake. Along your underwater journey, you'll encounter a cook statue at a depth of 7m, followed by an emergency call post at 12m. For those seeking greater depth, the opportunity to gradually turn towards Thun awaits. After approximately 10 minutes, ascend to 15m to ensure you don't miss the captivating sight of the small wreck, the sailing boat "Sinti." This wreckage typically marks the turning point of the dive.

On your way back, continue your ascent towards the boulders. These rocky formations provide a habitat for groppen, trüschen, and occasional eglis formations. Continuing at a depth of approximately 8m, gradually make your way towards the exit, where you'll discover a small bench. Just before concluding your dive, experience the thrill of diving under the jetty of the Hotel Bellvue. If you still have enough air and aren't concerned about the cold, extend your dive in the direction of Interlaken. After an approximately 5-minute journey, you'll encounter the submarine at a depth of 5-6m, representing the second turning point to guide you back towards the exit.

Remember to maintain proper buoyancy and always dive within the designated buoy markings on the left side. Upon resurfacing, make your way back to the right side for a smooth exit from the water.

Located in the picturesque country of Switzerland, our dive site is nestled in Strandweg, Hilterfingen, Horrenbach-Buchen, Thun administrative district, Oberland administrative region, Bern, 3652, Switzerland. Come and experience the wonders of this remarkable underwater world, perfect for both beginner and advanced divers. With a visibility of 5m and a maximum depth of 16m, you'll be captivated by the beauty that awaits beneath the surface.