

Best for beginner divers, 5-3m, shore entry, strong current.
Gasevig Strand is a shallow reef and drift dive site located in Aabenraa Fjord. The site ranges from 3 to 5 metres in depth and offers visibility between 5 and 10 metres. Divers must contend with strong currents, which require careful planning around slack water. Shore entry can be challenging due to surf and shore break conditions. Boat traffic is a notable hazard, and water temperatures fluctuate between 4 and 19 degrees Celsius throughout the year. The site provides convenient facilities including parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station, with air fills and guided tours available at the local dive shop.
55.13857, 9.50450
Check the tidal charts for the Little Belt before you go and aim to dive as close to slack water as possible, as the current here can run hard even in calm surface conditions. The site has good facilities including parking, showers, and changing rooms, so you can kit up and rinse down comfortably on site.
Drive southeast from Aabenraa town centre toward Løjt Land following local coastal roads. Parking is informal and limited near the beach.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-3m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
4-19°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
While the site is classified for beginners, the strong currents require careful planning and attention to tidal conditions.
The site is shallow, with depths ranging between 3 and 5 metres.
The site is accessed via a shore entry, though divers should be aware of potential surf and shore break conditions.
Key hazards include strong currents, boat traffic, surf, cold water, and variable visibility.
The site features parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, and a dive shop offering guided tours.
Diving at Gasevig Strand in Aabenraa requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Gasevig Strand in Aabenraa. Water temperatures range from 4°C to 19°C.
The best months to visit Gasevig Strand in Aabenraa are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Gasevig Strand in Aabenraa can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Gasevig Strand in Aabenraa typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.