Wreck of Remus
Protected Area
Copinsay
Why dive here
With 140+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - Wreck of Remus offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
Dropping onto the Remus is like stepping back into a moment frozen in time. This German destroyer, scuttled in 1919, lies broken but substantial in Scapa Flow’s cool, green embrace. We love how the hull plates, now draped in orange and yellow anemones, create intricate hideaways for curious wrasse and the occasional squat lobster. Exploration here feels genuinely adventurous. You can navigate through sections of the collapsed superstructure, spotting the ghostly outlines of machinery that once powered her. Visibility can be a moody thing in the Flow, often swinging from 5 to 15 metres, but even on gloomier days, the sheer scale of the Remus makes for a compelling dive. Our tip: aim for slack water to really appreciate the finer details and avoid a strenuous fin. Keep an eye out for the resident seals; they often pop by for a curious glance, adding an extra layer of magic to an already atmospheric dive.
Safety Notes
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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Wreck of Remus
Wreck of Remus Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Wreck of Remus, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (58.64, -3.16) (8km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
13°C
55°F · Range: 11.4–13.8°C
Air Temperature
10°C
50°F
Wind Speed
9.26 m/s
18.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1005.3 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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