MV Goya - Bornholm

The MV Goya isn't your average wreck dive, and that's precisely why we love it. Lying off Bornholm, this isn't some colourful reef with a bit of metal thrown in; this is a sombre piece of history, a massive cargo ship sunk in 1945, now an artificial reef in the Baltic Sea. It’s a chilly dive, yes, even in summer, but the sheer scale of the Goya is what grabs you. As you descend, the vast silhouette emerges from the green water, often with schools of sprat shimmering around the mast structures. Visibility can vary, but on a good day, the bow looms into view, massive and barnacle-encrusted. We’ve found Atlantic cod lurking in the deeper holds, and the odd four-bearded rockling nosing around the debris field. This is a dive for those who appreciate the quiet, reflective nature of a deep wreck, more about the atmosphere and the sheer presence of the ship than a vibrant coral show. It's an imposing site, best suited for experienced cold-water divers comfortable with depths and potentially low light.

Location
Bornholm, Denmark, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
55.200000, 18.030000
Type
wreck

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 MV Goya

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 MV Goya

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