10m
    Lofoten Islands, Norway
    Grindøysundet

    TIRPITZ

    Good diving all year

    Protected Area

    Grindøysundet

    Why dive here

    TIRPITZ is a wreck dive in Lofoten Islands, Norway. Water ranges 3-15°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeYear-round
    WetsuitA drysuit
    Water3-15°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive · max 10m

    The Tirpitz wreck isn't about deep diving, not by a long shot. At just 10 metres, this is more of a snorkel or free-diving expedition, but what an experience. We love the feeling of swimming over something so historically monumental, knowing the sheer scale of the ship even from a few metres above its remains. The stern section, in particular, is still very much recognisable. You can trace the outline of those enormous stern guns, now encrusted with kelp and home to a surprising number of small fish and crabs. Honestly, we’d suggest going on a calm day, the surface chop can make spotting the structure tricky. Look for the way the light filters through the clear Norwegian water, illuminating sections of the hull. It’s a sobering dive, a real tangible link to history. You won't find colourful corals here, but the stark beauty of the metal, slowly reclaimed by the sea, is something else entirely. It suits divers who appreciate history and don't mind a shallower explore.

    Typical TIRPITZ Dive Profile

    5m10mSafety Stop0m10m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    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 9°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for TIRPITZ

    TIRPITZ Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for TIRPITZ, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (68.33, 16.05) (9km away)

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    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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