

Best for intermediate divers, 22-45m, boat entry, mild current.
Kostersten is a reef system located in the cold waters of the North Sea near Smögen. The site features a topography that drops from 22 to 45 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres. The reef is characterised by kelp forests and bordering seagrass beds. Access is by boat only. Conditions include mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Due to the cold water temperatures between 4 and 13 degrees Celsius and the significant depth, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Divers must use a drysuit and manage gas consumption carefully to mitigate risks associated with nitrogen narcosis and deep diving.
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A drysuit and appropriate thermal undersuit are essential regardless of season, and if you're not already drysuit-certified, the on-site dive shop offers guided tours that are worth booking before your first visit. With a maximum depth of 45 metres, keep a close eye on your bottom time and ascent rate, and plan your dive profile conservatively.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
22-45m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
4-13°C
Current
Mild
The site ranges from 22 to 45 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres.
No, Kostersten is intended for intermediate divers due to the depth, cold water, and the requirement for drysuit proficiency.
Access to Kostersten is by boat only.
Key hazards include cold water, significant depth, nitrogen narcosis, potential entanglement in kelp, and boat traffic near the surface.
No, this site is a deep reef system intended for scuba diving.
Diving at Kostersten in Strömstad requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Kostersten in Strömstad. Water temperatures range from 4°C to 13°C.
Kostersten in Strömstad typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Kostersten in Strömstad typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.