RIGSGEFT (RIXHOFT)
Protected Area
Waters between Lolland and Falster including Rødsand, Guldborg sound, and Bøtø Nor
Why dive here
With 66+ marine species recorded in the area - including jellyfish lake - RIGSGEFT (RIXHOFT) offers some of Bornholm's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Rixhoft, off Bornholm, is one of those wrecks that just begs for a slow exploration. This German minesweeper went down in 1941, settling upright in about 14 metres of water. It's not a massive wreck, but the superstructure is still largely intact, allowing for some decent penetration if you’re properly trained and equipped for overhead environments. The relatively shallow depth means plenty of light filters down, illuminating the resident cod, blennies, and the occasional lumpfish tucked into crevices. We’d suggest saving this one for a calm day to really get the most out of picking through its history.
Typical RIGSGEFT (RIXHOFT) 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.
Nearest Dive Centres to RIGSGEFT (RIXHOFT)
Dive shops near RIGSGEFT (RIXHOFT)
Tauchschule baltic-diver-circle
Tauchshop-Rostock
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Tauchclub BALTIC e.V.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for RIGSGEFT (RIXHOFT)
RIGSGEFT (RIXHOFT) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for RIGSGEFT (RIXHOFT), 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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