21m
    Bornholm, Denmark

    WLA-14

    Best months: Jul–Sep

    Why dive here

    With 66+ marine species recorded in the area - including jellyfish lake - WLA-14 offers some of Bornholm's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-18°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Sep
    WetsuitA 5mm wetsuit
    Marine lifeJellyfish Lake · 66+ species recorded
    Water3-18°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive · max 21m

    WLA-14 is our kind of wreck. Not just some scattered remains, but a proper, intact vessel sitting upright at 21 metres. We love the way she’s settled into the seabed, a silent sentinel in the cool Baltic waters. Exploring her feels like stepping back in time, tracing the outline of her deck, peering into the holds where light filters down, revealing the shadowy shapes within. You’ll want to bring a good torch, not just for penetration, but to really appreciate the textures. The metal hull is encrusted with a mosaic of mussels and anemones, providing shelter for gobies and blennies. We'd suggest focusing on the bow and stern sections; they're particularly photogenic and often host the most interesting resident fish. Visibility can vary, but on a good day, the WLA-14 offers a wonderfully atmospheric dive, a real sense of discovery for anyone who appreciates a well-preserved piece of maritime history. She’s not a site for spotting megafauna, but for the quiet beauty of a sunken ship becoming part of the reef, she’s a standout.

    Typical WLA-14 Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m21m max~30 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Depth of 21m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.

    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 WLA-14

    WLA-14 Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for WLA-14, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (54.94, 13.85) (7km away)

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    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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