

Best for intermediate divers, 15-30m, boat entry, mild current.
The Amalie C. Ertel is a wreck and artificial reef located in Kreidesee Hemmoor, Germany. Situated 2000 metres from shore, the site requires boat access and is suitable for intermediate divers. The wreck lies at depths between 15 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 15 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly between 5 and 20 degrees Celsius, making a drysuit advisable for most of the year. Due to the nature of the wreck structure, divers must be aware of entanglement risks and maintain precise buoyancy control throughout the 40-minute dive.
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Check locally for up-to-date boat operator and facility information before your trip. Given the temperature range, a drysuit is the sensible choice for winter and shoulder-season dives.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
15-30m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
5-20°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug
The wreck lies at depths between 15 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
The site is classified for intermediate divers due to the wreck structure and potential entanglement hazards.
The site is located 2000 metres from shore and requires boat access.
The main hazards are entanglement risks within the wreck structure and the need for careful buoyancy control to avoid contact with the artificial reef.
This site is a wreck dive located at depths of 15 to 30 metres, which is not suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Amalie C. Ertel in Cuxhaven requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Amalie C. Ertel in Cuxhaven. Water temperatures range from 5°C to 20°C.
The best months to visit Amalie C. Ertel in Cuxhaven are June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Amalie C. Ertel in Cuxhaven typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Amalie C. Ertel in Cuxhaven typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.