BB 1

Best months: Jul–Aug

Protected Area

Havet og kysten mellem Hundested og Rørvig

Why dive here

With 95+ marine species recorded in the area - including seals & sea lions, sea turtles and jellyfish lake - BB 1 offers some of North Sea Coast's richest diving. Water ranges 3-19°C, warmest July, August, September.

Best timeJul–Aug

WetsuitA 5mm wetsuit

Marine lifeSeals & Sea Lions, Sea Turtles and Jellyfish Lake · 95+ species recorded

Water3-19°C · warmest July, August, September

BB 1 might not be the poster child for tropical diving, but it has a rugged charm that we really appreciate. Down here on the North Sea coast, you’re diving into a different kind of beauty, a colder, moodier landscape. What we love about BB 1 is the sheer density of life clinging to whatever structure it can find. We’ve seen red mullet rooting around in the sand, thick beds of blue mussels, and once, even a harbour porpoise breezing past, which was a real treat. The visibility can be a bit of a gamble; it shifts with the tides and the weather, but when it’s good, you’ll find yourself in a surprisingly clear, green world. Keep an eye out for whiting darting past and the more sedentary common sea stars. It’s not a deep dive, making it a good spot for those who enjoy taking their time to observe the smaller details. We’d suggest a thicker wetsuit or a drysuit, even in summer, as that North Sea chill bites right through. This site really suits divers who prefer discovery over dramatic scenery, those who get a kick out of spotting species like the elusive scaldfish or a well-camouflaged black goby.