OLYMPIA
Protected Area
Alborg Bugt, østlige de
Why dive here
With 95+ marine species recorded in the area - including seals & sea lions, sea turtles and jellyfish lake - OLYMPIA offers some of North Sea Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-19°C, warmest July, August, September.
The OLYMPIA, just off the North Sea Coast, is a wreck dive that really sticks with you. We love how accessible it is, sitting upright at a comfortable 12 metres, but don’t let that fool you into thinking it's simple. This motor vessel, a victim of a mine, is a genuinely atmospheric dive. As you descend, the superstructure slowly materialises from the green North Sea glow, a stark silhouette against the lighter surface. You can often make out the bow, then the bridge area, surprisingly intact for its age and demise. We’d suggest taking your time exploring the deck, looking for clues to its past. It’s not about finding specific species here, more about the general buzz of life that has claimed the metal hull. Crabs scuttle in the shadows, and schools of small fish drift lazily around the mast, often seeming completely unfazed by divers. Visibility can be hit or miss, so pick a calm day with minimal swell for the best experience. For those who appreciate history and the quiet beauty of a wreck reclaimed by the sea, the OLYMPIA is a compelling dive.
Typical OLYMPIA Dive Profile
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 OLYMPIA
OLYMPIA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for OLYMPIA, 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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