© iStock/4FR Diving in Austria 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. Austria has no coastline and is perhaps more famous for its dramatic mountains, lush meadows and elegant cities. However, this beautiful country also makes for a great diving destination, thanks in no small part to its glittering alpine lakes. There are strict environmental regulations that make these wonderful lakes pristine locations for divers, both beginner and advanced – among some of the cleanest in Europe. Emerald lakes that serve as pretty backdrops to mountain skiing in winter, come into their own as soon as the snow thaws. Here you can expect amazing visibility in the glassy water, with plants and bountiful fish as well as manmade points of interest. Featured Training Centers Diamond CenterTauchschule regler-service.atDiamond CenterTauchshop KlagenfurtDiamond CenterScubanautic TauchsportDiamond CenterSharktime-DivecenterDiamond CenterSauwald Aqua TeamDiamond CenterDive Center SpezialDiamond CenterVolcanodiveDiamond CenterUnser Tauchshop GrazDiamond CenterDiverspassion.atDiamond CenterTauchzentrum Wien This data is provided from the logbook information in the MySSI app Featured places to go in Austria © iStock/DieterMeyrlSteiermarkSteiermark is considered to have one of the most photogenic underwater dive sites of the Alps, with the Steiermark’s Green Lake .Learn more © iStock/auerimagesTirolThe Austrian lakes are not only a great backdrop for hikes or fresh for freshwater swimming, they get even more interesting below the surface.Learn more © iStock/mdworschakKärntenKärnten is indeed an amazing scuba diving paradise for divers in Austria.Learn more © iStock/ah_fotoboxBurgenlandBurgenland is famous for vineyards striping the landscape and also a beautiful holiday destination that is also great for diving.Learn more © iStock/RudyBalaskoNiederösterreichThe underwater life here at Niederösterreich is typical of that found in dive-friendly Austria.Learn more © iStock/bluejayphotoSalzburger LandSalzburger Land also makes for a great diving destination – and one of the best diving hot spots in Austria.Learn more © iStock/bluejayphotoOberösterreichIn Oberösterreich, the lakes promise a mix of biological, archaeological and geological wonders, making every dive interesting.Learn more Dive Sites in Austria Travel Information for Austria Power Plug Type C, FAirports VIECurrency EURLanguage deElectricity 230 V / 50 HzTimezone UTC+01:00Network Provider 3/Orange/One Connect, A1 MobilKom, T-Mobile/Telering, Tele2, UPC 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.