The depth of Venice's canals varies widely. Most of the smaller canals have a depth from almost nothing up to about 2 meters (around 6.5 to 7 feet). The Grand Canal, the main water route in Venice, is deeper, with an average depth of about 5 meters (approximately 16 feet). Some deeper canals like the Canale della Giudecca can reach depths of 12 to 17 meters (about 39 to 56 feet). Outside the historical city but within the Venetian Lagoon, depths can be even greater, with some areas reaching up to 50 meters (around 160 feet). The water level and thus the depth can also vary significantly due to tides, shifting by as much as 0.5 to 1 meter or more every six hours.
In summary:
- Smaller canals: nearly 0 to 2 meters (0 to 6.5 feet)
- Grand Canal: around 5 meters (16 feet) average depth
- Canale della Giudecca: 12 to 17 meters (39 to 56 feet)
- Deeper lagoon areas: up to 50 meters (160 feet)
- Tidal variations can alter these depths periodically.
