Recommendations for divers or diving enthusiasts
Diving adventures in the Rhine-Neckar region:
Discover the underwater world around Speyer! 
Attention all ocean enthusiasts!
Are you looking for clear water, fascinating underwater landscapes and sunken treasures, without having to get on a plane?
Then pack your equipment, because the diving areas around Speyer and in the Rhine-Neckar region are Germany’s best-kept secret!
General information:
⭐ Why dive in Speyer?
A logistical masterpiece: short travel distances, excellent transport connections and numerous dive shops and bases for rental equipment and fills.
Diversity in a small space: From the controlled environment to the exciting open water in the quarry lake –
You’ll find everything here!
Clarity that surprises: Thanks to the gravel and sand bottoms of the quarry lakes, visibility is often astonishingly good, especially in the cooler months!
Come and dive in!
Speyer is not only a city with a cathedral and rich history, but also a vibrant center for scuba diving.
Your next discovery awaits you just a few meters below the surface.
Are you ready to cast off?
See you underwater! 😉
Tip from the pro:
Early morning or late evening offers the best chance of observing majestic catfish, pike, and trophy carp in their natural habitat. It’s pure adrenaline!
| Tauchgebiet | This is what you can expect… | Why it’s worth it! |
| Hanhofsee (bei Speyer) | A dive site with good infrastructure. Explore sunken boats and observe the local fish population that has made this place its home. | Great visibility (often better than many think!) and perfect conditions for the first open water dive. |
| Hasslocher Seen (e.g.Niederwiesenweiher) | A labyrinth of sunken trees and rich underwater flora at various depths. Ideal for underwater photography! | You dive through a sunken forest – an almost magical atmosphere that you won’t soon forget! |
| Epplesee (close to Karlsruhe) | A little further away, but known for its depth and sunken relics (rumored to be old construction equipment). | A popular, well-organized spot that’s also fun for deeper dives. |
Here are the most important contact information and addresses so that your next dive in Speyer and the surrounding area can start immediately.:
Diving area in Speyer & close by: Addresses and contact’s
1. Open water: Hanhofsee (close by Speyer)
A popular and easily accessible quarry lake near Speyer:
Name: Hanhofsee / Divebase “Dive Point Hanhofsee”
Address: Hanhofstraße, 67363 Lustadt (The lake lies between Speyer, Römerberg and Lustadt.)
Contact:
There are often local dive centers (like “Dive Point”) that offer equipment and air fills on-site and can be your point of contact.
Please check online beforehand for current opening hours and terms of use.
Besonderheit: Gut etabliert, bietet oft Infrastruktur für Taucher (Einstieg, Füllstationen).
2. Open water: Niederwiesenweiher (Hassloch)
A beautiful lake, just southwest of Speyer, known for its wooded underwater structures:
Name: Niederwiesenweiher
Address: Waldstraße (Near Plopsa Park), 67454 Haßloch
Contact: Use of the lake is often subject to local regulations (e.g. angling clubs or leaseholders). It is advisable to check with a local dive shop beforehand for the current rules.
Special feature: Sunken forest and good visibility in the lower areas.
3. Diving shops for fillings and equipment in the region
If you need a filling station or service partner, these shops are often good places to start and are familiar with the local rules of the lakes:
Diving shop Speyer/Vicinity: There are several diving shops in the Rhine-Neckar region (e.g. in Ludwigshafen or Mannheim) that often organize trips or events to the local lakes..
Important note: Please check the current regulations, permits and water quality before each open water dive, as these can change seasonally.