U 33 - Scottish West Coast

The U 33, a German U-boat sunk in 1940, lies upright on the seabed at 56 meters off the Scottish West Coast. It’s a serious dive, one for experienced technical divers comfortable with deep wrecks and the typically cool, sometimes murky, Scottish conditions. We found the conning tower still largely intact, a real magnet for schooling pollack and the occasional ling peeking from within. The open torpedo tubes in the bow are a haunting sight, and if you’ve got the bottom time and the gas, the wreck's scale truly reveals itself. Visibility can vary wildly, but on a good day, the U 33 offers a fascinating glimpse into naval history, slowly being reclaimed by the ocean.

Location
Scottish West Coast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
55.358234, -5.029217
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
56m

Marine Protected Area: South Coast of Arran

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Marine Life in Scottish West Coast

Home to 127 recorded species including 50 reef fish, 15 whales & dolphins, 10 seagrass & algae, 9 sharks & rays, 8 other, 7 crabs & lobsters.

Notable Species