BOUNTY - North Sea Coast

The North Sea can be a bit of a grey lady sometimes, but the Bounty wreck off the Danish coast is one of those dives that reminds you why we keep coming back. We love how the strong currents and chilly water have preserved this fishing vessel since it went down in 1979; the whole structure is still incredibly intact. Dropping down to 31 metres, you’ll find her upright on the seabed, a real ghost ship feeling. Exploring the Bounty is a journey into an accidental museum. The wheelhouse is still there, and you can fin your way through sections of the hold, imagining the fishing gear that would have been stowed. What really gets us, though, is the sheer volume of life that’s made her home. Huge cod often patrol the decks, and the wreck itself is plastered in anemones and dead man’s fingers. The light filtering down through the green water, catching the anemones, is a beautiful sight. It’s a dive for those who appreciate history and the rugged beauty of a cold-water wreck, definitely one for the drysuit brigade. Pick a slack tide; the currents can be serious.

Location
North Sea Coast, Denmark, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
56.291100, 7.598600
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
31m

Wreck History - BOUNTY

Year Sunk
1979
Vessel Type
fishing vessel
Cause
unknown

This Bounty is a world away from the tall ship of legend. This is a hardworking fishing vessel that met its end in the cold, challenging waters of the North Sea in February 1979. The specific cause of its sinking is unknown, but it now lies on a sandy seabed off the Danish coast, a silent monument to the unforgiving nature of the sea.

Sitting at 31 meters, the Bounty is a dive for the more experienced. North Sea conditions can mean strong currents and limited visibility, but for well-prepared divers, the wreck is a rewarding challenge. It is classified as a 'Dangerous Wreck,' likely due to the presence of snagged fishing nets and deteriorating sharp metal. Divers should exercise extreme caution, but can expect to see a largely intact modern trawler, now acting as a haven for the very fish it once pursued, including cod, ling, and large crustaceans.

Marine Protected Area: Sandbanker ud for Thorsminde

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 BOUNTY

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 BOUNTY

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