GERDA
Protected Area
2000804 Vinga-skärgården
Why dive here
With 121+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, orcas and seals & sea lions - GERDA offers some of West Coast (Gothenburg)'s richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Gerda, a fishing vessel that went down in 1965, offers a decent wreck dive off Gothenburg. She sits upright at 21 metres, relatively intact, which makes for some good penetration opportunities for experienced wreck divers. You can swim through the wheelhouse and explore the holds, where we’ve often found cod and conger eels lurking in the shadows. Visibility can vary here, like much of the Swedish west coast, so picking a calm day after a period of stable weather is your best bet for a clearer view of the hull and the anemones that now cling to it. It’s a solid dive for those who enjoy a bit of history and a compact wreck to explore.
Typical GERDA 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 21m - 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 13°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 GERDA
GERDA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for GERDA, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (57.57, 11.03) (3km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
13°C
56°F · Range: 10.6–15.8°C
Air Temperature
10°C
50°F
Wind Speed
6.56 m/s
12.8 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.2 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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