BORNO (FOR'D SECTION) (POSSIBLY)
Protected Area
Adler Grund og Rønne Banke
Why dive here
With 66+ marine species recorded in the area - including jellyfish lake - BORNO (FOR'D SECTION) (POSSIBLY) offers some of Bornholm's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
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.
Typical BORNO (FOR'D SECTION) (POSSIBLY) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 44m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
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.
BORNO (FOR'D SECTION) (POSSIBLY) Wreck History
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.
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Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for BORNO (FOR'D SECTION) (POSSIBLY)
BORNO (FOR'D SECTION) (POSSIBLY) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for BORNO (FOR'D SECTION) (POSSIBLY), 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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