Hinkelsteine
The largest menhir, starting at 18m and descending to a depth of 32m, offers a thrilling adventure for advanced divers. As part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, three life-size wooden figures have been intricately built around the menhirs since 2018, adding to the awe and wonder of this dive site.
In the shallower areas, you'll have the opportunity to encounter pike, shoals of fish, and even eel rods resting in the sandy surroundings near the menhir. Autumn reveals a wealth of fish species, providing divers with a captivating underwater spectacle.
Upon entering the water, dive to your left and find the menhirs at approximately 10m. After approximately 10 minutes, you'll reach the first rock, where a surprise awaits you—a garden gnome nestled within a small cave at a depth of 10m. Continuing from this rock, on the right side and descending to a depth of 18m, is the magnificent menhir waiting to be explored. With its towering presence, you can leisurely navigate around it, marveling at its grandeur. The menhir reaches its maximum depth of 32m. On your way back up, don't miss the opportunity to explore the second menhir, rising proudly from the sand like a majestic mountain ridge.
With a visibility of 9m and a maximum depth of 26m, advanced divers will find the perfect conditions to immerse themselves in the beauty of this underwater wonderland. Located near Badeplatz Forstamt, Forstamt, Gmauret, Weißenbach am Attersee, Steinbach am Attersee, Bezirk Vöcklabruck, Upper Austria, 4853, Austria, this dive site in Austria promises an unforgettable experience.
Get ready to embark on an unparalleled diving adventure at this breathtaking dive site in the water. Dive in and discover the hidden treasures that await you!
Diving Conditions Score for Hinkelsteine
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Hinkelsteine
Depth
26m
Visibility
9m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Hinkelsteine
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
Dive Score Chart for Hinkelsteine
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.
Optimal diving conditions at Hinkelsteine 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.
Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for HinkelsteineAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Hinkelsteine
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 Hinkelsteine
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Hinkelsteine
Ideal Conditions for Hinkelsteine
Water Temp
19.7°C / 67.5°F
July
Visibility
18.5m / 60.7ft
November
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Hinkelsteine
Hinkelsteine shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (19.7°C) and January the coldest (-1.7°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). March 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 12, 2026