4m
    North Sea Coast, Denmark
    Ringkøbing Fjord

    METTE MARIE

    Best months: Jul–Aug

    Protected Area

    Ringkøbing Fjord

    Why dive here

    With 95+ marine species recorded in the area - including seals & sea lions, sea turtles and jellyfish lake - METTE MARIE 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 4m

    The Mette Marie, sitting in just four metres of water, is a wreck dive with a real personality. We love its accessibility; it’s perfect for a long, relaxed dive, even if you’re newer to wrecks or just want to spend some serious time exploring. You’ll find the fishing vessel largely intact, though time and the North Sea have definitely left their mark. What makes it a standout for us is the way the light filters through the shallow water, illuminating the rust-coloured hull and creating a constantly shifting play of shadows. It feels surprisingly vibrant, despite the chilly Danish waters. Crabs scuttling across the deck are a common sight, and we often spot small schools of fish darting in and out of the broken superstructure. Our favourite tip? Head out on a calm, sunny day. The visibility can truly open up, letting you appreciate the wreck’s scale and the details that make it feel like a submerged time capsule. It's a proper wreck dive without the deep-water pressure.

    Typical METTE MARIE Dive Profile

    5mSafety Stop0m4m 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 METTE MARIE

    METTE MARIE Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for METTE MARIE, 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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