SVALEN
Protected Area
Æbelø og kysten ved Nærå
Why dive here
With 95+ marine species recorded in the area - including seals & sea lions, sea turtles and jellyfish lake - SVALEN offers some of North Sea Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-19°C, warmest July, August, September.
Diving the Svalen means an encounter with a sailing vessel, a wreck that’s now marked as dangerous. You'll find it sitting upright at 15 metres, often meaning a decent bottom time for divers wanting a good look. We’ve found the stern particularly intact, where the rudder usually holds court for some resident crabs. The mast is broken, but portions still lie draped across the deck, forming little overhangs where you might spot blennies or even a small cod tucked away. It’s not the biggest wreck you'll ever dive, but it’s got that classic North Sea vibe – a bit eerie, a bit beautiful, and surprisingly full of little surprises for those who take the time to look closely.
Typical SVALEN 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 SVALEN
SVALEN Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SVALEN, 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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