BREGENZ (POSSIBLY)
Protected Area
Patok-Fushekuqe-Ishem
Why dive here
With 33+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins and sea turtles - BREGENZ (POSSIBLY) offers some of Ksamil's richest wreck diving.
The *Bregenz*, or what we strongly suspect is the *Bregenz*, is a fantastic shallow wreck just off Ksamil. Dropping onto it, you’re met with a surprisingly intact steamship, resting upright in only eight metres of water. We love how the light filters through the clear Mediterranean, illuminating the ship’s structure, which is now heavily encrusted with sponges and soft corals. You can easily spend an entire dive exploring the deck and peering into the open holds where schools of damselfish dart in and out. It’s a photographer’s dream, especially on a sunny morning before the boat traffic picks up, with the sunbursts creating incredible silhouettes against the hull. This site is perfect for newer wreck divers or anyone who just wants an easy, engaging dive with a strong sense of history.
Typical BREGENZ (POSSIBLY) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
BREGENZ (POSSIBLY) Wreck History
Vessel Type
cargo ship
Cause
unknown
Shrouded in mystery, the wreck tentatively identified as the "Bregenz" lies in the crystal-clear, shallow waters off Ksamil, Albania. Little is known about this steamship's history or how it met its end. Its name suggests a possible connection to the city of Bregenz in Austria, hinting at a European origin, but the story of its final voyage and sinking has been lost to time. It remains an anonymous testament to the maritime traffic that once plied the Adriatic, a silent victim of a forgotten incident.
For divers, the mystery is part of the appeal. Resting at a depth of only 8 meters, the "Bregenz" is a fantastic site for divers of all levels, as well as snorkelers. The shallow depth ensures vibrant colors and long, relaxed dives. The vessel is significantly broken up, its skeletal remains scattered across the seabed, creating a playground for fish and crustaceans. Exploring the remnants of its boilers and hull plating, divers can speculate on its past while enjoying the abundant marine life that has claimed this historical artifact as its home.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for BREGENZ (POSSIBLY)
BREGENZ (POSSIBLY) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for BREGENZ (POSSIBLY), sourced from NOAA buoy data - nearest station: Open-Meteo grid (39.82, 19.99) (0km away)
August Averages
Air Temperature
26.49°C
80°F
Wind Speed
3.92 m/s
7.6 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1011.3 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC
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