BOREAS - North Sea Coast

The Boreas, a yacht sunk by fire off Langeland in '72, is a surprisingly good dive. It’s not deep, just 11 metres, which means plenty of bottom time, and the visibility here can be surprisingly good on a calm day. We love that it’s still very much a yacht; you can make out the lines of the hull, the cabins, and even some of the deck fittings. It’s totally encrusted now, a sort of art installation of mussels and anemones, which provides fantastic shelter for crabs and small gobies. Exploring inside the burnt-out shell is a fun challenge, though we’d advise a good light to really appreciate the colour. Our favourite is spotting the flatfish camouflaged against the sand nearby. It’s a tranquil, unassuming dive, perfect for newer wreck divers or those who appreciate a bit of history without strong currents or extreme depths. Head out on a sunny day after a few days of settled weather for the best chance of clear water.

Location
North Sea Coast, Denmark, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
54.817665, 10.618834
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
11m

Wreck History - BOREAS

Year Sunk
1972
Vessel Type
unknown
Cause
fire

Resting in the shallow, clear waters off the Danish island of Langeland, the wreck of the yacht Boreas offers a fascinating and accessible dive. Its story is a relatively recent one, ending abruptly on July 26, 1972. While navigating near Bagenkop, a fire broke out on board. Despite efforts to control the blaze, the vessel was overcome and sank to the seabed just 11 metres below. Today, divers can explore the remains of this modern vessel, though caution is advised. The site is officially classified as a 'Dangerous Wreck,' suggesting potential entanglement hazards or structural instability, making it a dive that requires careful planning despite its shallow depth.

Marine Protected Area: Marstal Bugt og den sydlige del af Langeland

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 BOREAS

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 BOREAS

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