© iStock/mdworschak Diving in Kärnten Kärnten (also known as Carinthia) is renowned for being the province with the most lakes. With more than 200, many of them with drinking water quality, Kärnten is indeed an amazing scuba diving paradise for divers in Austria. Situated in the south-eastern corner of Austria, this is “Austria’s Riviera“ and offers a wonderfully warm scuba diving experience in summer with gin-clear waters, beautiful beaches and scenery that will take your breath away. Kärnten’s pure and comfortably warm temperature-waters benefit from the many cloudless days and even in winter, some brave divers opt to go ice diving. Of course, if you want warmer waters you need to aim for spring and summer, with the best diving to be enjoyed between May and September. You have a whole host of lakes to choose from, including Ossiacher See and Weissensee, while Lake Warthersee is among the warmest in the Alps, along with Lake Klopeiner, while Lake Faaker See is the most southerly lake in Austria and is bathed in sunshine in the summer months. With spectacular scenery, roaring mountain streams and crystal-clear lakes set against stunning peaks, this riviera makes for a truly beautiful dive destination. Featured places to go in Carinthia © MaresKlopeiner SeeKlopeiner See is arguably one of the warmest lakes, and, perhaps, the best dive site in Kärnten to enjoy scuba diving.Learn more © AqualungWeissenseethis 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.Learn more © MaresMillstätter SeeAlso listed among the best dive sites in Austria, Lake Millstätter See’s water is crystal clear, and is even safe for drinking.Learn more © ScubaproWörtherseeExperience Austria’s beautiful underwater life in Lake Wörthersee.Learn more © AqualungFreibacher StauseeFreibacher Stausee offers a whole variety of fish sheltering in the protection of the roots, from perch, brown trout and lake trout.Learn more Dive Sites in Carinthia 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. The dive spots and related content on MyDiveGuide are provided for informational and promotional purposes only. This information, including user-generated content, is not definitive advice or recommendations. Divers are fully responsible for planning their dives, ensuring adequate safety equipment, verifying diving permissions, and complying with local laws and regulations. SSI, MyDiveGuide, and affiliates assume no responsibility or liability for divers' actions, choices, or any incidents. Always dive within your training limits, prioritize safety, and confirm that diving is permitted at your chosen location.