AURELIA
Protected Area
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Why dive here
With 66+ marine species recorded in the area - including jellyfish lake - AURELIA offers some of Bornholm's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Aurelia isn't just a wreck; it's a window into Bornholm's maritime past, a ship frozen in a dramatic moment. We love how accessible this site is, sitting pretty at 11 metres, making it perfect for divers who want to spend some real time exploring without racking up deco. You’ll descend onto a vessel that looks like it just went down, a stark silhouette against the green Baltic light. The mast still reaches skyward, and we’ve spent many a dive poking around the holds, imagining the cargo it once carried. The real magic here is in the details, and how life has reclaimed this metal shell. Enormous pike lurk in the shadows of the bow, and we often spot schools of young cod darting through the superstructure. The metalwork is draped in green algae, giving the whole wreck an ethereal glow, particularly when the sun breaks through the surface chop. We'd suggest aiming for a calm morning; the visibility really opens up, allowing you to appreciate the sheer scale of Aurelia from stern to bow. It's a proper wreck dive, full of atmosphere and history, without the deep-water challenge.
Typical AURELIA 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.
Cold water this month (avg 14°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
AURELIA Wreck History
Vessel Type
unknown
Cause
unknown
The story behind the wreck of the Aurelia is a mystery, its origins and purpose lost to time. Located off the popular diving island of Bornholm in Denmark, it sits in a shallow 11 meters of water, making it an ideal site for divers of all experience levels. Its accessibility allows for long, relaxed bottom times, giving explorers plenty of opportunity to scour the debris field for clues about the vessel's identity. The 'Dangerous wreck' classification suggests a scattered and broken site, which can often make for a more interesting dive as you piece together the puzzle of the wreckage. For those who love the thrill of discovery, the Aurelia offers a fascinating and enigmatic underwater adventure.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for AURELIA
AURELIA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for AURELIA, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (54.94, 13.85) (7km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
14°C
57°F · Range: 11.7–16.3°C
Air Temperature
12°C
53°F
Wind Speed
8.16 m/s
15.9 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1013.3 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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