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D/S Martha Heinrich Fisser

The Martha Heinrich Fisser is a proper piece of history, resting upright at 24 metres, just a short boat ride from Svolvær. We love a wreck that still looks like a ship, and this German cargo steamer, sunk in 1944, delivers. You’ll fin over a remarkably intact bow, feeling the cold clear water on your face. Look for the deck guns, still pointed defiantly skyward, and the huge steam engine visible through gaps in the collapsed superstructure. This isn't a colourful reef dive, but the ghostly atmosphere and sense of history are palpable. We’ve spotted cod lurking in the holds and wolfish peeking from under deck plates. Our favourite part is exploring the stern, where the propeller is still mostly buried in the seabed. This is an intermediate dive, straightforward given its depth, but the chill means good drysuit skills are a must. It’s ideal for wreck enthusiasts who appreciate a cold-water challenge and a tangible connection to the past.