

Best for intermediate divers, 15-35m, boat entry, moderate current.
Stangholmen is a reef site located 1000 metres offshore in Southern Norway. Divers experience depths ranging from 15 to 35 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. The site is accessible only by boat and features moderate currents, making it suitable for intermediate divers with drift diving experience. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures are cold, ranging from 4 to 12 degrees Celsius, necessitating the use of a drysuit. The site supports a variety of temperate marine life and invertebrates typical of the region. On-site facilities include a cafe, toilets, and showers for post-dive recovery.
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Water temperatures sit at 4 degrees Celsius in winter, so plan your thermal protection accordingly and treat a drysuit as essential rather than optional. The on-site cafe, toilets, and showers make post-dive recovery comfortable, so there is no need to rush off.
The ferry Agnes departs from Strandgata 19 in Risør every 30 minutes during the summer months.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
15-35m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
4-12°C
Current
Moderate
The site supports a range of temperate marine life and invertebrates typical of the region's reef habitat.
No, Stangholmen is rated for intermediate divers due to the moderate currents and the requirement for drift diving experience.
The site reaches depths between 15 and 35 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Stangholmen is a boat-only dive site located 1000 metres from the shore.
The site is designed for diving at depths of 15 to 35 metres and is not suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Stangholmen in Risør requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Stangholmen in Risør. Water temperatures range from 4°C to 12°C.
Expect moderate currents at Stangholmen in Risør. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Stangholmen in Risør typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.