Switzerland

Zug

Zug - photo 1

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Zug is an inland Swiss region best known for freshwater diving on lakes and reservoirs in and around the canton. Diving here revolves around calm, elevated-water environments in pristine Alpine-fed lakes, with opportunities to practice buoyancy and handle clear, chilly conditions. Access is convenient from the city of Zug and nearby towns like Walchwil and Steinhausen, with a single local dive center supporting recreational diving and lake dives. This area offers a quiet, accessibility-focused diving experience rather than offshore sea diving, suitable for practicing skills and shore-based dives in freshwater.

Essential information for traveling in Switzerland

About Switzerland

Sea
Adriatic Sea, North Sea, Mediterranean Sea - We...
Timezone
Europe/Zurich
Languages
DE FR IT RM
Demonym
Swiss
Phone prefix
+41

Practicalities

Currency
CHF
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type J, Type C, Type F
Airports
ZRH GVA BSL LUG BRN

Diving specifics

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

Top scuba diving cities in the region of Zug

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Dive sites and dive centers around Zug

The cities

The best time to dive in Zug

The best months to dive in Zug are from July. Temperatures are confortable (19°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
2 °C 6/10
02 - Feb.
3 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
7 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
10 °C 8/10
05 - May
14 °C 6/10
06 - Jun.
21 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
19 °C 5/10
08 - Aug.
20 °C 6/10
09 - Sept.
16 °C 5/10
10 - Oct.
11 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
6 °C 7/10
12 - Dec.
3 °C 8/10

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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