BIRGITTE THOMAS
Protected Area
Thyborøn Stenvolde
Why dive here
With 95+ marine species recorded in the area - including seals & sea lions, sea turtles and jellyfish lake - BIRGITTE THOMAS offers some of North Sea Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-19°C, warmest July, August, September.
The *Birgitte Thomas* is one of those wrecks that just hits right, a fishing vessel sitting upright at 31 metres. It’s not huge, about 26 metres long, but she’s beautifully intact, offering plenty to nose around. We love dropping down onto the wheelhouse, often finding a curious cod eyeing us from the doorway. What really makes the *Birgitte Thomas* special is the way the North Sea has claimed her. You’ll find plumose anemones carpeting the superstructure, their feathery tentacles swaying with the gentle surge. Keep an eye out for conger eels too, they’re often tucked into the deeper recesses of the hull. We usually find the best visibility on a slack tide, making it easier to appreciate the wreck's full profile and spot the smaller critters that have made it home. This site is a proper treat for wreck enthusiasts who appreciate a bit of history and don't mind a chillier dive.
Typical BIRGITTE THOMAS Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (31m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.
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.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
BIRGITTE THOMAS Wreck History
Vessel Type
fishing vessel
Cause
unknown
The Birgitte Thomas is a classic North Sea wreck dive, offering a rewarding experience for advanced recreational divers. This 26-meter fishing vessel now lies peacefully at a depth of 31 meters. While the history of its sinking is not widely known, its final resting place has transformed it into a thriving artificial reef. The structure is largely intact and, being classified as a non-dangerous wreck, provides a relatively safe platform for exploration. Divers can expect to encounter schools of cod and pollack that have made the vessel their home, with anemones and soft corals colonizing its steel hull. It's a perfect example of how the sea reclaims a vessel, turning a maritime loss into a vibrant underwater habitat.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for BIRGITTE THOMAS
BIRGITTE THOMAS Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for BIRGITTE THOMAS, 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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