EDELWEISS
Protected Area
Les Ecrehous
Why dive here
With 176+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - EDELWEISS offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Edelweiss is one of those wrecks that just makes you smile. Scuttled for Operation Mellick, this old fishing vessel rests in an astonishingly shallow two metres, making it our pick for an easy, rewarding dive, or even a snorkel. We love the way the light filters down, dappling over the deck, making the rust-coloured hull glow. You can trace the outlines of the wheelhouse, seeing where the ocean has started to smooth the edges, softening the structure. It’s completely colonised, not with corals here, but with anemones and kelp, creating a swaying, green-brown forest around the metal. Look closely in the nooks and crannies. We’ve spotted gobies darting into crevices, and sometimes a curious crab peeking out from under a plate. It’s an ideal site for new divers, or anyone keen on a long, relaxed bottom time without any pressure. Head here on a calm, sunny day to really appreciate the clarity and the visual beauty of a wreck so accessible.
Typical EDELWEISS Dive Profile
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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for EDELWEISS
EDELWEISS Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for EDELWEISS, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (50.44, -2.73) (3km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
17°C
62°F · Range: 15.1–17.5°C
Air Temperature
13°C
56°F
Wind Speed
8.14 m/s
15.8 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1011 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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