Diving in Leipzig – Discover the underwater world of Leipzig's New Lake District

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You glide weightlessly through the sheer infinite blue of water with nothing but the quiet beat of your own heartbeat in your ear, lying beneath you fascinating landscapes and you would like to capture this magical moment forever. The world outside? It doesn't really matter anymore.

Diving in the RIFF Bad Lausick – Suddenly Mermaid

For underwater princesses are taught in the swimming school swimolino im RIFF Bad Lausick fairytale dreams true. With a colorful glittering mermaid tail The young mermaids, both big and small, glide through the water and learn the Diving techniqueto explore the underwater world. In the Mermaiding Workshop, the transformation to a mermaid is complete: Homemade Hair Accessories and a dreamlike Make-Up matching the tail fin will make you a real water nymph that even Ariel will be jealous of. Your transformation must of course be captured – in an underwater photo shoot. The courses can also be used for children’s birthdays or bachelor girl parties get booked.
Little water nymphs should be at least 6 years old and be able to swim safely. PS: Small and large watermen are of course very welcome!

Where? Am Riff 3, 04651 Bad Lausick
Prices: Beginner and advanced course 35,- €, children's birthday 40,- €

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View of the illuminated outdoor pool of the RIFF leisure pool in Bad Lausick at setting sun, family outing
© Studio Barkschat, Katja Fouad Vollmer
leisure pool RIFF Bad Lausick
indoor pool/adventure pool

Lake Schladitzer – Diving "without air"

The history of the Schladitzer See You can experience underwater up close: In up to 25 m depth you can see dense underwater forests, Fishing and car wrecks to old wagons from the time of brown coal mining. A visibility up to 8 m guaranteed unique experiences. In ALL-on-SEA Sport Resort you can also view this world as Beginner Explore with a snorkel or discover the shallow water area of ​​Schladitzer Bay on an introductory course before you really get started. children aged eight and over experience their very own underwater adventure. Search and rescue underwater (more fun than in the indoor pool, I promise!), deep diving or learning how to orient yourself in the lake – all of this is available in various Further developments.

The secret of the freediving, these are your thoughts. When freediving (i.e. "without air"), the rhythm of your heartbeat, your breathing, your whole body becomes one with the movements of the waves around you. You under water – it suddenly feels so easy, so rightClubs can be included in the freediving courses you can experience this very special feeling for yourself and learn this special breathing technique along with some theory.

Where? Haynaer Straße, 04519 Rackwitz
Prices: Snorkeling course: €25 (from 8 years), introductory course (including certification as a basic diver): €79, underwater adventure for children: €59 (from 8 years), beginners course: €499, freediving course €199 (level 1) or €299 (level 2)

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View of Schladitz Bay in the Leipzig New Lake District with the All-on-Sea Camp & Sport Resort. Canoes and kayaks lie on the sand and grass; behind them are the restaurant with covered outdoor seating and the beach volleyball court. Two paddle boats can be seen on the water.
CC-BY | www.pkfotografie.com, Philipp Kirschner

Diving in Lake Zwenkau – Discover the Titanic of Leipzig

To all ordinary seamen, now it is time to pay attention! The absolute Piece of jewelry is diving Center am Zwenkauer Lake lies deep on its bottom: The shipwreck MS Reini was discovered by the diving center for the better training of divers on 18 m depth sunk. Dim light lets you see the outlines of the wreck, as you dive deeper and deeper. Swathes of fog wrap around the rusty ship's walls like a second skin and you could swear: Leo and Kate at sunset on the MS Reini - that would have been great cinema.

Here, too, there are trial opportunities and courses different levels (also in English) is on the agenda. If you've been wondering how to best position your new favorite hobby on your social media channels or just want to capture those magical moments underwater, you've come to the right place at Zwenkauer See. Here you can book an exclusive underwater photo shoot And always remember: no wetsuit, no competition!

Where? Hafenstraße 5, 04442 Zwenkau
Cost: Try diving in the swimming pool 25,- €, Try diving in the lake 50,- €, Beginner course 499,- €, Individual course 899,- €

Lake Cospuden – Dive through fascinating underwater forests

Am cossi The landing is located directly at the diving meadow just a few meters from the base of the diving school Lutz Kamski Experienced divers start their underwater safari from the boat in great or by small forest. Pssst! Here is the chance to see larger fish up close, particularly large – who would want to pet dolphins anyway? Between 10 and 20 m depth you will meet everyone who is anyone: old bicycles, sunken pedal boats or even the odd forklift. If you are not ready yet, you can first spend 30 minutes exploring the pool or the shallow water. From complete beginners to experienced professionals, there is something for everyone here. the right course for everyone For the extra icing on the cake or diving bell, there are various further training courses such as deep diving, underwater photography or shark diving, where you can talk about sharks in peace and quiet.

Where? Hafenstraße 21, 04416 Markkleeberg
Cost: beginner course 399,- €

Diving in Lake Kulkwitz – The number 1 for clear visibility

The Kulki scores above all with a very clear underwater view – perfect for catching catfish, perch and pike in up to 32 m depth to pay a little visit.

The diving shop Delphin you can find on the Lausen side of the Kulki. From May to September you can try diving at weekly appointments: you will receive a short introduction, dive either in the swimming pool or directly in the Kulki and evaluate your dive together with the diving instructor. After a maximum of one hour the fun is over. If you are now ready to leave the waters of your bathtub at home and immerse yourself in the real world, a beginner course is perfect for you. After Theory and practice in the swimming pool and in the Kulki you can advanced and specialty courses try, for example orientation or ice diving.

Where? Straße am See, 04207 Leipzig
Cost: Introductory dive: 49,- €, Beginner course: 379,- €, Rental fee for diving suit: 20,- €

The second entry point at Kulki is at southern shore near Göhrenz in the diving school FlorianIf scuba diving isn't really your thing, but you still don't want to miss out on the wonderful underwater world, you can take a snorkeling course in the swimming pool here. You'll find courses from beginner to professional level here, as well as advanced training and special holiday preparations such as boat, night or deep diving. You can't leave the house without a diving suit? Have you ever thought about a diving safari? The Florian diving school can arrange one for you!

Where? Lausener Weg 17, 04420 Markranstädt
Cost: Introductory course 49,- €, Beginner course 399,- €

Why not just dive in?

Do you associate diving with your old sports teacher, who you always had to fetch those stupid, colorful rings from the floor of the indoor swimming pool? Until now! Diving has become a real Trend sport blossomed. You want unique nature experiences, but also switch off from everyday life and Rest Enjoy? Of course, it shouldn’t be boring, such a small Adrenalin kick, that would be something? Then you should continue reading with your diving goggles on – for the feeling.

The Leipzig Neuseenland is a little nerd and can boast good water quality in the lakes. The Kulki and the Cossi even have an “excellent” rating on their certificate as EU bathing waters (including the hard-working bee sticker, of course) – perfect conditions for your diving trip! Speaking of which, just to raise a finger: in order to be allowed to attend the diving courses in Leipzig, you usually have to at least 12 years old and need a medical certificate of fitnessBy the way, here is a warning light flashing bright red: the Entry you should only in the marked places dare.

Julia Fischer
© www.pkfotografie.com, Philipp Kirschner
Julia Fischer
July 26, 2019
Conclusion

By the way: it is worth discovering the Leipzig lakes from land too! So, get out of your wetsuit and into your bathing suit or hop on your bike and discover the Kulkwitzer See, a Lake Cospuden, a Schladitzer See or Zwenkauer Lake from a different perspective!

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