

Best for beginner divers, 5-15m, shore entry, mild current.
Katharinenhof is a wreck and artificial reef site located off Fehmarn, Germany. The structure sits at depths between 5 and 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. The site is accessible via a shore entry and features mild currents, making it suitable for beginners. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 8 metres. The wreck is covered in seaweed and bladderwrack, providing a habitat for various temperate marine invertebrates and fish. Divers should be aware of potential entanglement risks from loose rigging or debris. Water temperatures vary from 4 to 17 degrees Celsius, necessitating appropriate thermal protection. Air fills, a dive shop, and guided tours are available locally.
54.43900, 11.28638
Night diving is permitted here, and the wreck structure tends to concentrate invertebrates and eelpouts in the darker corners, making a torch dive worthwhile. Watch your buoyancy and fin placement around the wreck to avoid the entanglement risk from any loose rigging or debris.
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Depth
5-15m
Visibility
5-8m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
4-17°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
The site supports a variety of temperate marine life, including various crustaceans, invertebrates, and fish that shelter within the wreck and artificial reef structures.
Yes, Katharinenhof is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and manageable depths.
The wreck and artificial reef structures are located at depths between 5 and 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Yes, Katharinenhof is accessed via a shore entry.
Yes, the site is open to both diving and snorkelling activities.
Diving at Katharinenhof in Fehmarn requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Katharinenhof in Fehmarn. Water temperatures range from 4°C to 17°C.
Katharinenhof in Fehmarn typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Katharinenhof in Fehmarn typically ranges from 5 metres to 8 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.