ANNA VAN CHENZ
Protected Area
Kirkegrund
Why dive here
With 95+ marine species recorded in the area - including seals & sea lions, sea turtles and jellyfish lake - ANNA VAN CHENZ offers some of North Sea Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-19°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Anna van Chenz isn’t a grand freighter, but this Danish lighter vessel, sunk deliberately in 1968, offers a surprisingly engaging dive. At just 10 metres, it's shallow, meaning long bottom times and plenty of light even on an overcast day. We love how the wreck is broken, spread across the sandy seabed in distinct sections – a bow here, a stern piece there, and scattered debris in between. It feels like an archaeological dig, discovering new pieces as you fan out. You'll find flatfish tucked into the sand, and the metal framework provides shelter for small crabs and the occasional cod. Visibility can be a bit variable here, but on a good day, the light filters down, illuminating the dark metal against the pale sand. It’s a site that really rewards a slow, methodical exploration, poking into every crevice. Our pick for an afternoon dive, especially if the current is light.
Typical ANNA VAN CHENZ Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 13°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
ANNA VAN CHENZ Wreck History
Vessel Type
barge
Cause
unknown
Lying in just 10 meters of water off the North Sea coast of Denmark, the wreck of the *Anna van Chenz* is an accessible but mysterious site. Very little is known about the history of this lighter vessel or the circumstances of its sinking. Its classification as a 'dangerous wreck' suggests it lies in a busy shipping area or is broken up in a way that poses a hazard to surface vessels. For divers, this means a shallow exploration of a utilitarian craft. Expect to find scattered plating and structural ribs partially buried in the sand. The shallow depth allows for long bottom times and makes it an excellent dive for novices or a second dive of the day, with the potential for rich marine life taking shelter in the wreckage.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for ANNA VAN CHENZ
ANNA VAN CHENZ Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for ANNA VAN CHENZ, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (55.31, 9.86) (1km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
13°C
56°F · Range: 10.7–16.8°C
Air Temperature
11°C
52°F
Wind Speed
7.69 m/s
14.9 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.5 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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