Alfred - Baltic Coast

Alfred isn't your typical colourful reef dive, but we absolutely love it for its sheer character. This isn't just a wreck; it's a moody, atmospheric journey back in time. You’ll find her resting upright at a comfortable 12 metres, often with visibility that hovers around 5-10 metres. We'd suggest going on a calm day, as even a slight chop on the surface can really stir up the bottom here. What you lose in tropical fish, you gain in the drama of an old vessel, slowly being reclaimed. The structure itself is a fascinating jumble of metal and wood, and we particularly enjoy navigating through the collapsed holds. Keep an eye out for the resident cod, often lurking in the darker corners, and the occasional flatfish camouflaged against the silt. It’s a dive that rewards slow exploration, taking your time to absorb the history. This is definitely one for wreck enthusiasts who appreciate a story over a kaleidoscope of colours.

Location
Baltic Coast, Sweden, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
59.873318, 22.165300
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
12m

Wreck History - Alfred

Vessel Type
unknown
Cause
unknown

The wreck known as the "Alfred" lies at a depth of 12 meters off the Baltic coast of Sweden, making it a fantastic and accessible dive for novice wreck explorers. While the vessel's specific history has been lost to time, its location in the Baltic Sea offers the tantalizing possibility of excellent preservation due to the cold, brackish water that inhibits wood-boring organisms. However, divers should heed its "Dangerous wreck" classification. This could indicate the wreck is unstable, located in a busy shipping lane, or, most commonly in the Baltic, draped in abandoned fishing nets that create a serious entanglement risk. A careful dive here could reveal the secrets of a long-forgotten local vessel, now a silent resident of the Baltic seabed.

Best Time to Dive in Baltic Coast

The warmest water temperatures in Baltic Coast occur in January, averaging 0.6°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 0.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 0.6°C (air: -0.4°C)
  • February: 0.6°C (air: -0.3°C)
  • March: 0.6°C (air: 1.7°C)
  • April: 0.6°C (air: 4.6°C)
  • May: 0.6°C (air: 10.5°C)
  • June: 0.6°C (air: 17.2°C)
  • July: 0.6°C (air: 17.8°C)
  • August: 0.6°C (air: 17.3°C)
  • September: 0.6°C (air: 13.2°C)
  • October: 0.6°C (air: 8.5°C)
  • November: 0.6°C (air: 3.8°C)
  • December: 0.6°C (air: -0.5°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in Baltic Coast

Nearest Dive Centres to Alfred

Marine Life in Baltic Coast

Home to 59 recorded species including 31 reef fish, 9 seagrass & algae, 5 sea snails & nudibranchs, 4 other, 3 whales & dolphins, 3 sharks & rays.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Alfred

Based on average water temperature of 0.6°C.

  • Drysuit - water at 1°C demands a drysuit with thermal undergarments
  • Hood & Gloves (7mm+) - critical to prevent heat loss
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories