ANNA VIOLETTE - North Sea Coast

The Anna Violette, now this is a proper North Sea wreck dive. Not some carefully laid artificial reef, but a yacht that met its end, and you can feel that history when you’re down there. Lying at a comfortable 20 metres, it's accessible for most divers, though the North Sea can kick up a fuss, so pick your weather window carefully. We love it because it’s a tangible piece of the past. When the visibility plays nice, which it does more often than you’d think in summer, the wreck emerges from the green gloom, a ghostly outline of a pleasure craft now completely reclaimed. You’ll find yourself finning through the skeletal remains of the superstructure, perhaps peeking into what was once a cabin, now a home for a grumpy crab or a school of juvenile cod. The wreck is nicely broken up, offering plenty of nooks and crannies for exploration without feeling overly confined. Our favourite detail is spotting the remnants of the hull plating, still hinting at the yacht's sleek lines even after all these years. It’s a dive for those who appreciate maritime history and the quiet colonisation of steel by the ocean.

Location
North Sea Coast, Denmark, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
55.863316, 10.444559
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
20m

Wreck History - ANNA VIOLETTE

Vessel Type
yacht
Cause
unknown

The story behind the sinking of the yacht *Anna Violette* is lost to the waves, but its remains offer a compelling dive at 20 meters off Denmark's North Sea coast. As a private vessel, its final voyage and the cause of its loss are not well-documented, though storms are a likely culprit in these waters. What awaits divers is the ghostly outline of a pleasure craft, a stark contrast to the many commercial and military wrecks in the region. The 'dangerous wreck' classification hints that it may be broken up or entangled with fishing nets, so careful buoyancy and line-awareness are key. This is a unique opportunity to explore a more personal piece of maritime history, now home to crabs, lobsters, and a variety of North Sea fish.

Marine Protected Area: Stavns Fjord and adjacent waters

Best Time to Dive in North Sea Coast

The warmest water temperatures in North Sea Coast occur in January, averaging 4.6°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 4.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 4.6°C (air: 3.3°C)
  • February: 4.6°C (air: 3.6°C)
  • March: 4.6°C (air: 4.1°C)
  • April: 4.6°C (air: 6.7°C)
  • May: 4.6°C (air: 11.2°C)
  • June: 4.6°C (air: 15.4°C)
  • July: 4.6°C (air: 16.2°C)
  • August: 4.6°C (air: 16.7°C)
  • September: 4.6°C (air: 14.7°C)
  • October: 4.6°C (air: 10.8°C)
  • November: 4.6°C (air: 6.9°C)
  • December: 4.6°C (air: 3.3°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in North Sea Coast

Nearest Dive Centres to ANNA VIOLETTE

Marine Life in North Sea Coast

Home to 105 recorded species including 55 reef fish, 9 crabs & lobsters, 8 other, 7 clams & mussels, 6 sea snails & nudibranchs, 5 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for ANNA VIOLETTE

Based on average water temperature of 4.6°C.

  • Drysuit - water at 5°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