Germany

Duisburg

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Duisburg is a inland city in western Germany and a major transport hub on the Rhine. It is not a coastal diving destination, and dive activity in the city itself is limited. Nearby, the Rhine river offers freshwater diving opportunities for trained divers, and several dive centers in the broader Ruhr area provide courses and equipment, often focusing on recreational diving and local training sites. For true sea diving, trips require travel to the North Sea coast. Overall, Duisburg functions as a gateway for divers visiting the region, with public access to city amenities and a starting point for freshwater dives or day trips to nearby dive centers along major rivers or the coast.

Essential information for traveling in Germany

About Germany

Sea
Baltic Sea, Kattegat, North Sea, Ligurian Sea, ...
Timezone
Europe/Berlin
Languages
DE
Demonym
German
Phone prefix
+49

Practicalities

Currency
EUR
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type C, Type F
Airports
BER HAM FRA MUC DUS

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Duisburg

Nearby Dive Sites (13)

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Duisburg

The best time to dive in Duisburg

The best months to dive in Duisburg are from April to August. Temperatures are confortable (12-20°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
3 °C 5/10
02 - Feb.
4 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
7 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
12 °C 7/10
05 - May
15 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
19 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
20 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
20 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
16 °C 6/10
10 - Oct.
12 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
8 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
6 °C 7/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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