Experience the World’s Deepest Diving Pool in Poland

A unique attraction has opened in Poland, described as ‘the deepest diving pool in the world’ — giving divers the chance to practice deep ‘sea’ diving without getting into the ocean. It also offers crystal-clear water so that divers will have “the impression of being suspended in space, as if there was no water around.”

Deepspot, opened in Mszczonów, near Warsaw, claims to be the world’s deepest pool, reaching a total depth of 45.5 meters (149 feet) and containing 8000 cubic meters of water. It’s designed as a training and practice pool for divers at all levels. The pool even includes a small wreck for scuba and free divers to explore.

The water in the pool is warmer than in traditional swimming pools, allowing divers to train without wet suits. With a variety of depths, divers can train under conditions that simulate different diving environments. Students will have opportunities to learn from instructors and complete comprehensive diving training, while freedivers can experiment in these unique conditions.

While Poland may not initially be considered a conventional diving destination, the remarkable design of Deepspot allows customers to dive year-round, free from external weather constraints. The facility is tailored to mimic an oceanic environment, thus providing ideal conditions for diving. For those less inclined to dive, an underwater tunnel offers spectators a unique view, alongside conference rooms and accommodations that overlook the pool.

Executing such an ambitious project came with its fair share of challenges. The company faced technological hurdles in constructing a pool of such depth. Moreover, maintaining the water’s clarity necessitated an advanced filtration system to ensure a pristine diving environment.

Deepspot will soon face competition as another pool claims the title of ‘world’s deepest diving pool’. Blue Abyss, a research facility set to open in the UK, aims to reach depths of 50 meters.

Currently, travel restrictions apply to US citizens wishing to enter Poland, as stated by the US Embassy in Warsaw. Nonetheless, Poland remains accessible to citizens from various EU countries as well as Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and South Korea.

This article was first published on April 5, 2019 and updated on December 7, 2020.