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Erlichsee

Erlichsee

South West, Germany

Depth
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20m

Visibility
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5m - 15m

Entry
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Shore

Experience Level

Beginner

Erlichsee

South West, Germany

Erlichsee
Depth
Depth Icon

20m

Visibility
Visibility Icon

5m - 15m

Entry
Shore Entry Icon

Shore

Experience Level

Beginner


About Erlichsee

The Erlichsee is one small lake that forms part of a series of larger lakes in Oberhausen. This is one of the most popular camping and inland diving facilities in South West Germany. Easy shallow entry to a clean sandy bottom. Abundant marine life and various interesting artifacts may be found. This lake is also used for dive training and night diving, and is ideal for beginner divers.

Erlichsee Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Inland, Other, Night

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

20m

Visibility Range

5m 15m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas Mix

21% – 47%

O2

12% at 18m / 36%

O2
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Location

Dive Site Hazards

  • Thermocline Buoyancy Shift — Sharp thermoclines can cause sudden buoyancy changes.

  • Instant Visibility Collapse — Sediment disturbance can eliminate visibility immediately.

  • Late Detection of Structures — Submerged structures may only appear at very close range.

  • Landmark Misidentification — Familiar sites can become unrecognisable at night.

  • Light-Induced Tunnel Vision — Focused light beams reduce peripheral awareness.

  • Depth Perception Errors — Reduced ambient light increases depth perception mistakes.

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