BORNO (FOR'D SECTION) (POSSIBLY) - Bornholm

The Borno's forward section is our pick for divers who appreciate a wreck with a story. Sitting at 44 meters, it's a deep dive, definitely one for experienced cold-water enthusiasts comfortable with limited visibility. You descend into a green-tinted silence, the light fading fast, until the ghostly outline of the trawler emerges from the gloom. What we love about this wreck isn't just its history – sliced in half by a Russian tanker in the fog – but the way it presents itself. It's a stark, industrial skeleton, not covered in colourful corals, but colonised by the resilient life of the Baltic. Look for lumpsuckers clinging to the metalwork, their suction cups giving them a defiant grip. We've seen cod sheltering in the wheelhouse, massive things, completely unconcerned by our presence. Penetration is possible for those trained and equipped, offering a truly eerie experience as you navigate the cramped, dark spaces where the crew once worked. The feeling of swimming through a moment frozen in time, a vessel abruptly severed and sent to the seabed, is what makes Borno special.

Location
Bornholm, Denmark, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
55.099200, 13.756783
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
44m

Wreck History - BORNO (FOR'D SECTION) (POSSIBLY)

Year Sunk
1982
Vessel Type
fishing vessel
Cause
collision

The story of the trawler Borno is one of sudden, catastrophic violence amidst the disorienting quiet of a dense fog. In January 1982, the fishing vessel's nets became entangled with the Russian tanker Igrim. In the ensuing confusion and low visibility, the two vessels collided with immense force. The impact was so severe that the Borno was sliced in two. While the aft section of the trawler remained afloat, the forward section sank immediately into the depths of the Baltic.

Located at 44 meters, the forward section of the Borno is a dive reserved for experienced deep and technical divers. The descent leads to the ghostly, severed remains of the trawler resting on the seabed. It is a dramatic and somber sight, a testament to the vessel's violent end. Divers can explore the preserved bow section, imagining the chaos of that foggy day. The wreck serves as a stark and compelling reminder of the hidden dangers of the sea.

Marine Protected Area: Adler Grund og Rønne Banke

Best Time to Dive in Bornholm

The warmest water temperatures in Bornholm occur in January, averaging 3.3°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 3.3°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 3.3°C (air: 3.1°C)
  • February: 3.3°C (air: 3.2°C)
  • March: 3.3°C (air: 3.9°C)
  • April: 3.3°C (air: 6.0°C)
  • May: 3.3°C (air: 10.9°C)
  • June: 3.3°C (air: 16.1°C)
  • July: 3.3°C (air: 17.4°C)
  • August: 3.3°C (air: 18.0°C)
  • September: 3.3°C (air: 15.7°C)
  • October: 3.3°C (air: 11.5°C)
  • November: 3.3°C (air: 7.1°C)
  • December: 3.3°C (air: 3.5°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in Bornholm

Nearest Dive Centres to BORNO (FOR'D SECTION) (POSSIBLY)

Marine Life in Bornholm

Home to 67 recorded species including 43 reef fish, 7 clams & mussels, 5 sea snails & nudibranchs, 4 crabs & lobsters, 2 starfish, 2 other.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for BORNO (FOR'D SECTION) (POSSIBLY)

Based on average water temperature of 3.3°C.

  • Drysuit - water at 3°C demands a drysuit with thermal undergarments
  • Hood & Gloves (7mm+) - critical to prevent heat loss
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories