SS Dronning Maud
Protected Area
Dyngeneset
Why dive here
SS Dronning Maud is a wreck dive in Lofoten Islands, Norway. Water ranges 3-15°C, warmest July, August, September.
Diving the SS Dronning Maud in Lofoten feels like stepping into a cold war drama, literally. This Norwegian Hurtigruten ship met its end by German bombers back in 1940, and the story still hangs heavy in the water. We found her settled on the seabed, remarkably intact in places, with plenty of nooks and crannies to explore. It’s a proper wreck dive, best suited for those comfortable with deeper, colder water and keen on history. Expect to see plenty of common eiders and gulls circling above, and don't be surprised if you spot an arctic tern or two on your safety stop. The real draw here is the atmosphere, a quiet, almost melancholic beauty as the light filters down onto the deck.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 9°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SS Dronning Maud
SS Dronning Maud Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SS Dronning Maud, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (68.33, 16.05) (9km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
9°C
49°F · Range: 5–12.3°C
Air Temperature
1°C
34°F
Wind Speed
4.09 m/s
8.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1009.3 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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