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TRAFIK

The Trafik wreck, just off Bornholm’s coast, isn't deep. At only four metres, it's a perfect site for a long, relaxed dive or even some extended snorkelling. We love how the shallow depth lets the sun really light up the superstructure, revealing the details of its past life. The Trafik went down in 1941, and while she's broken up a bit, you can still clearly make out the hull and cargo holds. Schools of small fish, often pollack or gobies, dart in and out of the metalwork, using it as shelter. The deck plates are covered in a fine layer of algae, giving the wreck a green, almost mossy look, especially when the light catches it just right. Our favourite part is peeking into the holds, imagining the cargo she once carried. It’s a site that really makes you feel the history, and it’s excellent for photographers wanting to capture something a little different from the typical deep wreck. We’d suggest going on a calm day for the best visibility, which really makes the most of the sunlight here.