Wreck of Betonschiff von Redentin - Bornholm

Diving the SMS Von der Tann is like stepping into a time capsule, albeit one that’s been tipped upside down. This wasn’t just any Scapa Flow scuttling, the Von der Tann rolled completely, so you’re exploring an inverted behemoth. We love the sheer scale of it, and the way the light filters through the cracks and holes in the hull plates, creating an eerie, almost cathedral-like atmosphere. You’ll spend most of your dive navigating the exterior, circling the enormous propellers – some of the largest in Scapa – and working your way along the massive hull. Keep an eye out for the wolf-fish tucked into crevices and the plump congers peering out from behind twisted metal. Visibility here can be surprisingly good on a calm day, but those currents can really pick up, so it's best suited for experienced cold-water wreck divers comfortable with deep diving and sometimes challenging conditions. Our favourite spot is undoubtedly the stern, where the prop shafts rise out of the seabed like giant, rusted columns.

Location
Bornholm, Denmark, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
53.930965, 11.473233
Type
wreck

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 Wreck of Betonschiff von Redentin

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 Wreck of Betonschiff von Redentin

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