GEIERFELS
Protected Area
Area marina protetta Secche della Meloria
Why dive here
With 70+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, humpback whales, mobula rays (devil rays) and oceanic whitetip sharks - GEIERFELS offers some of Portofino & Liguria's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 14-27°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Geierfels wreck is one of those Mediterranean dives we keep coming back to. Forget what you think you know about Italian wrecks, this isn’t just a pile of rust. Sunk in 1940, this 153-meter steamship sits deep, starting around 50 meters, meaning it’s one for the experienced tech divers among us. We love the sheer scale of it, and the way the light filters down, illuminating different sections of the massive hull. Dropping down, the bow looms out of the blue first, usually encrusted with red gorgonians. Our favorite part is exploring the superstructure, where schools of barracuda often circle, their silver scales flashing in our torch beams. Look closely and you’ll find moray eels peeking from every nook. The visibility here can be truly astounding on a good day, making the descent feel like flying over a ghostly city. It’s a challenging dive, sure, but the rewards are immense for those seeking a true exploration.
Typical GEIERFELS Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 50m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to GEIERFELS
Dive shops near GEIERFELS
Accademia Blu Diving Center
BLUE MIND ASD
Caccia e Pesca
DIVING DEGLI ETRUSCHI
7 Perle ASD
Foto Shark
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for GEIERFELS
GEIERFELS Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for GEIERFELS, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (44.38, 9.02) (43km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
21°C
70°F · Range: 19–23.2°C
Air Temperature
18°C
64°F
Wind Speed
4.49 m/s
8.7 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1017.3 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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