ESTER
Protected Area
Ålborg Bugt, østlige del
Why dive here
With 95+ marine species recorded in the area - including seals & sea lions, sea turtles and jellyfish lake - ESTER offers some of North Sea Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-19°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Ester, a shallow wreck off the North Sea Coast, offers a surprisingly engaging dive for its 7-meter depth. What’s left of the old motor vessel is now home to a decent amount of local marine life. We’ve seen crabs scuttling over the plates and blennies poking their heads from crevices. It’s not a grand, intact wreck, but more of a scattered field of history, creating interesting nooks and crannies for exploration. The site is an easy, relaxing dive, perfect for those wanting a straightforward wreck experience without demanding conditions.
Typical ESTER 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 ESTER
ESTER Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for ESTER, 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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