10-30m
    North Sea Coast, Denmark
    Skagens Gren og Skagerak

    Faros Wreck

    Best months: Jul–Aug

    Protected Area

    Skagens Gren og Skagerak

    Why dive here

    With 95+ marine species recorded in the area - including seals & sea lions, sea turtles and jellyfish lake - Faros Wreck offers some of North Sea Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-19°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Aug
    WetsuitA 5mm wetsuit
    Marine lifeSeals & Sea Lions, Sea Turtles and Jellyfish Lake · 95+ species recorded
    Water3-19°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive · max 10-30m

    The Faros Wreck, off Denmark's North Sea coast, isn’t about big pelagics or colourful reef fish. It’s about atmosphere and exploration. This site consistently delivers a moody, almost haunting dive, especially when the light filters down just right through the green North Sea water. We’ve always been drawn to how intact she remains, a real testament to the cold water preservation. You’ll spend most of your dive appreciating the ship's structure, from the bridge down to the propeller, all while keeping an eye out for the resident critters. Lobsters often peek from crevices, and we’ve spotted some impressively large scorpionfish tucked against the metalwork. Our favourite parts are the cargo holds, easily penetrable and full of ghostly light. She's a fantastic wreck for divers who love intricate exploration and a bit of history, even if the visibility can be a bit variable. We'd suggest going on a calm day for the best experience; it really makes a difference to the light.

    Typical Faros Wreck Dive Profile

    5m10mSafety Stop0m10m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    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 Faros Wreck

    Faros Wreck Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Faros Wreck, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (55.31, 9.86) (1km away)

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    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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