Steinbruchsee Wildschütz
The Wildschütz quarry lake, located in the village of Wildschütz, Nordsachsen district, Saxony, Germany, is a remarkable diving destination. With its impressive depth of approximately 74 meters, it holds the title of being the deepest lake in central and northern Germany.
Upon descent, divers are immediately greeted by a vibrant underwater ecosystem teeming with perch, trout, and large pike. The lake, spanning an area of approximately 300 meters wide and 270 meters long, offers additional attractions at a depth of around 50 meters.
Among these attractions are an intriguing airplane wreck and decommissioned machines, all interconnected by a helpful rope. This enables divers to effortlessly navigate from one highlight to the next. It is advisable to bring a dive light when exploring the depths as the water gradually darkens around 20 to 30 meters.
In terms of practical details, the visibility in the Wildschütz quarry lake typically reaches a commendable 8 meters. The maximum depth allowable for exploration is 30 meters, making it suitable for both beginner and advanced divers. Conveniently located in Alter Steinbruch, Wildschütz, Mockrehna, Nordsachsen, Saxony, 04862, Germany, this dive site offers an unforgettable experience for all underwater enthusiasts.
Upon descent, divers are immediately greeted by a vibrant underwater ecosystem teeming with perch, trout, and large pike. The lake, spanning an area of approximately 300 meters wide and 270 meters long, offers additional attractions at a depth of around 50 meters.
Among these attractions are an intriguing airplane wreck and decommissioned machines, all interconnected by a helpful rope. This enables divers to effortlessly navigate from one highlight to the next. It is advisable to bring a dive light when exploring the depths as the water gradually darkens around 20 to 30 meters.
In terms of practical details, the visibility in the Wildschütz quarry lake typically reaches a commendable 8 meters. The maximum depth allowable for exploration is 30 meters, making it suitable for both beginner and advanced divers. Conveniently located in Alter Steinbruch, Wildschütz, Mockrehna, Nordsachsen, Saxony, 04862, Germany, this dive site offers an unforgettable experience for all underwater enthusiasts.
Diving Conditions Score for Steinbruchsee Wildschütz
6.3
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Steinbruchsee Wildschütz
Depth
30m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Steinbruchsee Wildschütz
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
10.4 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
29.62km
Cloud Cover
82%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
29.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Steinbruchsee Wildschütz
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Dive Score Chart for Steinbruchsee Wildschütz
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.589333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 5.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.510433333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Steinbruchsee Wildschütz: 06:00
Sunset at Steinbruchsee Wildschütz: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Steinbruchsee Wildschütz 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.
Best Overall
17:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 5.5 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 1.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Steinbruchsee WildschützAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Steinbruchsee Wildschütz
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 Steinbruchsee Wildschütz
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.2/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Steinbruchsee Wildschütz
January
Score: 8.5
December
Score: 8.4
March
Score: 8.1
Ideal Conditions for Steinbruchsee Wildschütz
Water Temp
20.3°C / 68.5°F
August
Visibility
17.3m / 56.8ft
November
Wave Height
0.7m / 2.3ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Steinbruchsee Wildschütz
Steinbruchsee Wildschütz shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (20.3°C) and December the coldest (-2.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 0.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March 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 March to May, 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 19, 2026
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