Dive-site story
Pozzo del Misura is a river pool carved into the crystalline granite of the Verzasca River in the Swiss canton of Ticino. Polished rock gorges, smooth underwater arches, and sculpted potholes dominate the bottom topography. Sunlight filtering through the emerald mountain water creates striking light patterns against the pale riverbed stones, while brown trout frequently dart among the submerged crevices.
Smoothly sculpted granite riverbed features and natural stone canyons
Remarkable freshwater clarity characteristic of alpine melt river pools
Dramatic light rays cutting through green mountain water onto pale rock surfaces
Occasional encounters with native river trout resting in the current shadows
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late spring through early autumn offers warmer air and lower river discharge, though dive safety depends strictly on dry weather upstream.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brown TroutSalmo trutta | Common | ||||||||||||
| European BullheadCottus gobio | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
