TRAFIK - Bornholm

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.

Location
Bornholm, Denmark, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
55.725000, 12.620556
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
4m

Marine Protected Area: W

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 TRAFIK

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 TRAFIK

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