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HERRENWYK

Herrenwyk is a wreck we always enjoy, even if it’s a site that often gets overlooked. Dropping down to 14 metres, you’re greeted by the imposing bulk of a steamship, sunk back in 1942. It was originally the Swedish Martii Ragnar, a grand old girl built in 1912, then seized by the Germans before she hit a mine in Kiel Bay. We love tracing the deck, imagining her former glory. The wreck itself is home to so many critters, even without a species list to pull from. Expect to find conger eels peering from dark corners, and schools of cod often drift lazily above the superstructure. On a good visibility day, which can be hit or miss in the North Sea, the sheer scale of the 110-metre length is impressive, making for a proper exploration. Our favourite part is navigating the cargo holds, where sunlight, when it breaks through, creates an ethereal glow. It’s a dive for those who appreciate history and the way the sea reclaims its own, offering a rewarding experience for divers comfortable with wreck penetration.