DELTA G - West Coast (Gothenburg)

The *Delta G* holds a special place for us on the Swedish west coast. It’s a proper expedition dive, a deep wreck sitting upright at 45 metres, and a fantastic example of a cargo vessel from the late 20th century. Dropping down, you’ll see the bow first, then the whole 57-metre length of her stretching out, a dark silhouette against the murkier light. This wreck went down in 1987, likely due to a cargo shift, and she’s remarkably intact. We love tracing the deck, peering into the open holds – imagine the general cargo she was carrying from Landskrona to Barton on Humber. The bridge is still there, albeit stripped, and the mast points towards the surface, a ghostly antenna. Our favourite part is the stern, where the propeller and rudder are still in place, covered in white plumose anemones. It's an imposing sight. Visibility here can be a bit challenging, often 5-10 metres, so good buoyancy and a strong light are key. But that low visibility just adds to the atmosphere, a real adventure feel. Keep an eye out for cod and pollock lurking in the shadows of the holds; they’ve made a home here. This is a dive for experienced wreck divers, certainly, those comfortable with deeper profiles and the chill of the North Sea. But the payoff is immense: a genuinely explorable wreck with a real sense of history.

Location
West Coast (Gothenburg), Sweden, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
57.067980, 11.909050
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
45m

Marine Protected Area: Lilla Middelgrund

Best Time to Dive in West Coast (Gothenburg)

The warmest water temperatures in West Coast (Gothenburg) occur in January, averaging 1.9°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 1.9°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 1.9°C (air: 1.7°C)
  • February: 1.9°C (air: 1.9°C)
  • March: 1.9°C (air: 3.2°C)
  • April: 1.9°C (air: 6.3°C)
  • May: 1.9°C (air: 11.7°C)
  • June: 1.9°C (air: 16.3°C)
  • July: 1.9°C (air: 16.8°C)
  • August: 1.9°C (air: 16.8°C)
  • September: 1.9°C (air: 14.3°C)
  • October: 1.9°C (air: 10.0°C)
  • November: 1.9°C (air: 5.6°C)
  • December: 1.9°C (air: 1.3°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in West Coast (Gothenburg)

Nearest Dive Centres to DELTA G

Marine Life in West Coast (Gothenburg)

Home to 134 recorded species including 70 reef fish, 10 other, 9 whales & dolphins, 8 seagrass & algae, 8 clams & mussels, 7 sharks & rays.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for DELTA G

Based on average water temperature of 1.9°C.

  • Drysuit - water at 2°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