Dive-site story
Marxweiher is a former gravel quarry lake located in the Upper Rhine Plain near Waldsee in Rhineland-Palatinate. Underwater features include silt slopes, submerged tree trunks, and patches of freshwater vegetation that provide shelter for temperate freshwater fish. Access is subject to local municipal diving permit regulations, with entry restricted to designated entry zones along the bank to preserve surrounding reed belts.
Submerged root systems and fallen trees serving as habitats for large predatory fish
Dense shallow weed beds populated by schools of perch and juvenile fish
Easy shore entry points along designated beach zones
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late spring through autumn offers warmer upper layer temperatures and the highest fish activity, though early spring often yields clearer visibility.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern PikeEsox lucius | Common | ||||||||||||
| European PerchPerca fluviatilis | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common CarpCyprinus carpio | Common | ||||||||||||
| Wels CatfishSilurus glanis | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| European EelAnguilla anguilla | Rare |
Marine forecast
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