RIGMOR - North Sea Coast

The *Rigmor* is one of those wrecks that really sticks with you, a proper historical piece lying in about 24 metres. We’re talking a small cargo steamer, sunk in 1953 after hitting a mine, and she’s remarkably intact for her age and the North Sea conditions. You can still make out the superstructure, the engine room, and even the stern gun platform, which is a real highlight for us. The hull is blanketed in plumose anemones, brilliant white against the gloomy steel, and the holds are now home to fat cod and ling that drift lazily through the openings. Penetration is possible for experienced wreck divers, though we’d always advise caution given the age and potential for silt. Visibility here can be a bit variable, so pick a calm day, ideally after a few days of settled weather, for the best chance of seeing the whole wreck. It's a fantastic dive for anyone who appreciates a bit of history and the hardy marine life that colonises these old ships.

Location
North Sea Coast, Denmark, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
56.166900, 12.339700
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
24m

Marine Protected Area: Gilleleje Flak og Tragten

Best Time to Dive in North Sea Coast

The warmest water temperatures in North Sea Coast occur in January, averaging 4.6°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 4.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 4.6°C (air: 3.3°C)
  • February: 4.6°C (air: 3.6°C)
  • March: 4.6°C (air: 4.1°C)
  • April: 4.6°C (air: 6.7°C)
  • May: 4.6°C (air: 11.2°C)
  • June: 4.6°C (air: 15.4°C)
  • July: 4.6°C (air: 16.2°C)
  • August: 4.6°C (air: 16.7°C)
  • September: 4.6°C (air: 14.7°C)
  • October: 4.6°C (air: 10.8°C)
  • November: 4.6°C (air: 6.9°C)
  • December: 4.6°C (air: 3.3°C)

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Marine Life in North Sea Coast

Home to 105 recorded species including 55 reef fish, 9 crabs & lobsters, 8 other, 7 clams & mussels, 6 sea snails & nudibranchs, 5 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for RIGMOR

Based on average water temperature of 4.6°C.

  • Drysuit - water at 5°C demands a drysuit with thermal undergarments
  • Hood & Gloves (7mm+) - critical to prevent heat loss
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories