BESS
Protected Area
Vadehavet
Why dive here
With 95+ marine species recorded in the area - including seals & sea lions, sea turtles and jellyfish lake - BESS offers some of North Sea Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-19°C, warmest July, August, September.
The BESS sits in the shallow waters off the North Sea coast, a fishing vessel that met its end here. At just 7 meters, it’s a site we’d recommend for a relaxed dive, maybe a long bottom time exploring the remains. The wreck itself isn't huge, but the structure has become a home for a surprising amount of local marine life – crabs scuttling in the crevices, small schooling fish darting around the mast, and sometimes a grumpy flatfish buried in the sand nearby. We've found it a good spot for newer wreck divers to get a feel for penetration on a small scale, or for photographers looking for an easy subject without worrying about depth or current. It's a gentle introduction to Danish wreck diving.
Typical BESS 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for BESS
BESS Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for BESS, 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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