16m
    North Sea Coast, Denmark
    Sydlige Nordsø

    LIMFJORDEN

    Best months: Jul–Aug

    Protected Area

    Sydlige Nordsø

    Why dive here

    With 95+ marine species recorded in the area - including seals & sea lions, sea turtles and jellyfish lake - LIMFJORDEN 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 16m

    The Limfjorden wreck isn't deep, topping out at 16m, but don't let that fool you. This isn’t a leisurely drift over a reef. The Limfjorden is an old fishing vessel, sunk back in '69, and she’s a proper gnarly wreck. We’d classify her as dangerous, honestly, with plenty of snag points and collapsing sections, so good buoyancy and a drysuit are non-negotiable here. What we love about her, though, is how she’s completely given herself back to the sea. The deckhouse is largely gone, but the hull remains, a skeletal structure that’s become home to a surprising amount of life. Expect to find conger eels tucked into every dark corner, their heads poking out like grumpy old men. We’ve seen huge plaice camouflaged perfectly against the sand nearby, and the occasional cod patrols the broken remains of the fishing gear. Our favourite part is navigating the low visibility, often just a couple of metres, using the wreck itself as a guide. It makes for an atmospheric dive, a real journey into a forgotten piece of history. This is one for the wreck hounds, those who appreciate the quiet decay and the thrill of discovery in often challenging conditions. If you’re looking for pristine coral, you’re in the wrong ocean, but if you want a proper wreck dive with character, Limfjorden delivers.

    Typical LIMFJORDEN Dive Profile

    10mSafety Stop0m16m max~50 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.

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for LIMFJORDEN

    LIMFJORDEN Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for LIMFJORDEN, 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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