SCHWANECK
Why dive here
With 66+ marine species recorded in the area - including jellyfish lake - SCHWANECK offers some of Bornholm's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Schwanbeck, a German steamer sunk by a mine in 1941, rests at a very manageable 13 metres off Bornholm. This 93-metre vessel, built in 1939, is surprisingly intact for its age and the manner of its demise. We’ve found the stern section particularly photogenic, with the triple-expansion engines and turbine still visible through the gloom. It’s a classic wreck dive, attracting plenty of cod and flatfish, often tucked into the holds or along the deck. The visibility here can be temperamental, as is often the case in the Baltic, but on a good day, exploring the Schwanbeck’s structure is a genuinely atmospheric experience, suitable for most open water divers comfortable with a wreck.
Typical SCHWANECK 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SCHWANECK
SCHWANECK Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SCHWANECK, 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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