Caskelot/Nederland
Protected Area
2000280 Hallskäret
Why dive here
With 50+ marine species recorded in the area - including dwarf minke whales and jellyfish lake - Caskelot/Nederland offers some of Baltic Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 1-17°C, warmest July, August, September.
We absolutely love the Caskelot and Nederland wreck combo off the Baltic Coast. These two sailing ships, a carvel-built merchantman and a smaller Dutch galliot, went down in a storm way back in 1845. They’re side-by-side on a silty seabed at 24 metres, relatively intact and ripe for exploration. Dropping down, the silhouettes emerge quickly from the green-blue, a classic Baltic wreck dive. The Caskelot, the bigger of the two, still has its sterncastle and parts of its hull standing proud. You can peek into the hold, imagining the cargo, now home to clouds of small blennies and the occasional lurking cod. The Nederland, though smaller, is charming in its own right, with its timbers more spread out, creating a lovely habitat for anemones and hydroids. Our favourite part? The sheer sense of history. It's a proper cold-water wreck dive, ideal for those who appreciate maritime heritage over colourful reefs. Visibility can vary, so we'd suggest picking a calm day after a period of settled weather to make the most of it.
Typical Caskelot/Nederland Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 24m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 11°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Caskelot/Nederland
Caskelot/Nederland Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Caskelot/Nederland, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (59.85, 20.79) (4km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
11°C
53°F · Range: 7.3–14.8°C
Air Temperature
8°C
47°F
Wind Speed
5.57 m/s
10.8 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.6 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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