Sten Trans - Bornholm

We love the Loch Garry because it’s a bit different from the Scapa Flow German fleet wrecks. This trawler, sunk in 1919 after a collision, sits upright and largely intact, giving it a ghost ship feel. Descending into the murky green, the first thing you notice is the sheer scale – the forecastle rises dramatically, still boasting its intact gun. Below decks, it's dark, but torches pick out the details – the engine room is a highlight, eerily preserved. You’ll find bull rout tucked into shadowy corners and Common sea stars clinging to the bulkheads. We always make sure to explore the stern, where the prop shaft still protrudes, often surrounded by curious dab. The lack of current usually makes for a relaxed dive, but the low visibility can be disorienting, so good buoyancy and navigation skills are essential. This is a dive for those who appreciate history and the quiet drama of a well-preserved wreck, not necessarily the vibrant corals.

Location
Bornholm, Denmark, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
54.573254, 10.393111
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: Marstal Bugt og den sydlige del af Langeland

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 Sten Trans

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 Sten Trans

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