© iStock/4FR Saved Save Europe • Continents Diving in Austria * 88 Dive Sites43 Dive Centers5 Job Offers Home to Rubens and Klimt, Mozart and Strauss, Austria is a master of the arts, whether that be paintings or classical music. Grand palaces crown sophisticated cities, from Vienna to Salzburg, and the whole country is dominated by the Austrian Alps, home to the country’s national flower, the edelweiss, and its highest peak, Grossglockner, standing proud at 3,798 meters (12,460ft). There are also thousands of lakes in Austria, scenic pools of sapphire and emerald that become beautiful centers of activity in summer with swimming and a whole range of water sports, including diving. Show More Travel Information for Austria Power Plug Type:C, F Airports:VIE Currency:EUR Dial Code:+43 Language:de Electricity:230 V / 50 Hz Timezone:UTC+01:00 Network Provider:3/Orange/One Connect, A1 MobilKom, T-Mobile/Telering, Tele2, UPC Austria Popular Destinations © iStock/bluejayphoto Upper Austria 65 Dive Sites • 11 Centers In Oberösterreich, the lakes promise a mix of biological, archaeological and geological wonders, making every dive interesting. Austria © iStock/mdworschak Carinthia 54 Dive Sites • 8 Centers Kärnten is indeed an amazing scuba diving paradise for divers in Austria. Austria © iStock/DieterMeyrl Styria 43 Dive Sites • 6 Centers Steiermark is considered to have one of the most photogenic underwater dive sites of the Alps, with the Steiermark’s Green Lake . Austria Show More Back Popular Destinations © iStock/bluejayphoto Oberösterreich 65 Dive Sites • 11 Centers In Oberösterreich, the lakes promise a mix of biological, archaeological and geological wonders, making every dive interesting. Austria © iStock/mdworschak Kärnten 54 Dive Sites • 8 Centers Kärnten is indeed an amazing scuba diving paradise for divers in Austria. Austria © iStock/DieterMeyrl Steiermark 43 Dive Sites • 6 Centers Steiermark is considered to have one of the most photogenic underwater dive sites of the Alps, with the Steiermark’s Green Lake . Austria © iStock/bluejayphoto Salzburger Land 18 Dive Sites • 2 Centers Salzburger Land also makes for a great diving destination – and one of the best diving hot spots in Austria. Austria © iStock/auerimages Tirol 19 Dive Sites • 1 Centers The Austrian lakes are not only a great backdrop for hikes or fresh for freshwater swimming, they get even more interesting below the surface. Austria © iStock/RudyBalasko Niederösterreich 10 Dive Sites • 7 Centers The underwater life here at Niederösterreich is typical of that found in dive-friendly Austria. Austria © iStock/ah_fotobox Burgenland 5 Dive Sites • 1 Centers Burgenland is famous for vineyards striping the landscape and also a beautiful holiday destination that is also great for diving. Austria © Scubapro Neufelder See 6 Dive Sites • 1 Centers Scuba diving in Neufelder See is fun and adventurous with a great visibility all year around. Austria © Scubapro Wolfgangsee 6 Dive Sites Lake Wolfgang is renowned for being one of the most famous, and perhaps, the best-loved of vacation lakes in the region. Austria © Aqualung Klopeiner See 4 Dive Sites • 1 Centers Klopeiner See is arguably one of the warmest lakes, and, perhaps, the best dive site in Kärnten to enjoy scuba diving. Austria © Aqualung Weissensee 5 Dive Sites • 1 Centers this amazing Austrian dive site has everything a scuba diver could ever wish for from its rich Austrian wildlife deep within the waters to a diverse flora. Austria © Mares Millstätter See 6 Dive Sites Also listed among the best dive sites in Austria, Lake Millstätter See’s water is crystal clear, and is even safe for drinking. Austria © Mares Wörthersee 9 Dive Sites • 1 Centers Experience Austria’s beautiful underwater life in Lake Wörthersee. Austria © Mares Freibacher Stausee 1 Dive Sites Freibacher Stausee offers a whole variety of fish sheltering in the protection of the roots, from perch, brown trout and lake trout. Austria © Mares Lunzer See 1 Dive Sites In Lunzer See, you will also find pond rose colonies that offer extra points of interest to the underwater scenery. Austria © Scubapro Erlaufsee Countless flooded trees, a steep wall, and an abundance of fish that you can expect in the Erlaufsee. Austria © Scubapro Grundlsee 1 Dive Sites The Grundlsee is one of the most versatile diving waters in Austria, where steep walls can be found as well as shallow water zones with a variety of animals. Austria © Scubapro Altaussee The Altaussee lake itself is considered one of the most beautiful in the region. Austria © Aqualung Grüblsee 1 Dive Sites Grüblsee is exceptional for diving opportunities with numerous fish species as well as several underwater sights. Austria © Aqualung Copacabana 1 Dive Sites • 1 Centers Whether you are looking for wreck diving or ice diving, Copacabana has it all and welcomes all types of divers, from beginners to those with disabilities. Austria © Mares Blindsee 1 Dive Sites addition to the good visibility, the lake is known for its fascinating Austrian underwater life Austria © Mares Lakes Fernsteinsee and Samaranger See 2 Dive Sites These two Tyrolean dive sites are situated next to each other. They are among the most beautiful mountain lakes of all. Austria © Mares Traunsee 9 Dive Sites • 1 Centers An El Dorado for both beginners and experienced divers, this lake is home to fascinating steep walls off the south and east shores Austria © Mares Attersee 25 Dive Sites • 1 Centers Austria’s largest lake has a unique topography and numerous dive sites, from wrecks in the shallow waters to a steep wall. Austria © Mares Mondsee 1 Dive Sites n the border between Upper Austria and Salzburg, the Mondsee is the warmest lake in the region and very rich in fish Austria © Scubapro Hallstätter See 1 Dive Sites One of the Austria’s premier dive sites, this lake is filled with fascinating things to see and explore. Austria © Scubapro Gosausee Lake Gosausee, with its towering Dachstein massif in the background, is one of the most famous sights in Upper Austria. Austria © Scubapro Langbathsee 1 Dive Sites In Langbathsee you are diving in pure spring water surrounded by stunning peaks, which of course means you can enjoy impeccable conditions. Austria © Aqualung Traunfall 5 Dive Sites • 2 Centers This is your chance to try river diving, enjoying the currents, narrow caves, unexpected overhangs, graceful grottos and sparkling waterfalls in Traunfall. Austria © Aqualung Pichlinger See 2 Dive Sites You can dive the clear waters and enjoying seeing everything from perch and zander right through to pike and carp in the Pichlinger See. Austria © Mares Grüner See 2 Dive Sites Grüner See a fantastic dive site for beginners. Austria Featured Training Centers Instructor Training CenterUnser Tauchshop GrazInstructor Training CenterTauchzentrum WienInstructor Training CenterScubanautic TauchsportInstructor Training CenterDive Center SpezialInstructor Training CenterTauchshop KlagenfurtInstructor Training CenterUnderpressure WatersportsInstructor Training CenterSharktime-DivecenterSeaStarTauchsport GmbHnon dubitare LinzTauchschule Wallersee This data is provided from the logbook information in the MySSI app Dive Sites in Austria Discover the Wonders of the Deep with SSI's Blog Join us on an exciting journey of discovery and learn more about exhilarating diving adventures, dedicated conservation initiatives, and innovative educational opportunities that will help you illuminate the extraordinary beauty of the underwater world. Let's explore the underwater world together and delve into the hidden wonders beneath the gentle waves. 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