MTB1 motor torpedo boat
Protected Area
Thurø Reef
Why dive here
With 95+ marine species recorded in the area - including seals & sea lions, sea turtles and jellyfish lake - MTB1 motor torpedo boat offers some of North Sea Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-19°C, warmest July, August, September.
The MTB1 is one of those wrecks we keep coming back to. We’re talking about a proper piece of history here, a former German motor torpedo boat, sunk deliberately during target practice. It lies broken in two, but that just adds to its character. You can still make out the torpedo tubes, which always gives us a bit of a thrill. We love exploring the bow section, especially if the visibility is playing ball; you can often see the anchor chain still draped over the side. The local cod and pollock seem to appreciate the shelter, and if you’re lucky, you’ll spot a wolfish tucked away somewhere. It’s a relatively shallow wreck, making it accessible for most divers, but the North Sea can be a bit moody, so pick your day carefully. We’d suggest going in late summer for the best chance of settled conditions.
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 MTB1 motor torpedo boat
MTB1 motor torpedo boat Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for MTB1 motor torpedo boat, 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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