

Best for intermediate divers, 8-23m, boat entry, moderate current.
Skitrarna is a wall dive located off the coast of Smögen, Sweden. The site features a rock face that descends from 8 metres to a maximum depth of 23 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Divers must access the site by boat and should be prepared for moderate currents that can strengthen quickly. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 20 metres. Due to water temperatures between 4 and 15 degrees Celsius, robust thermal protection is necessary. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, cuckoo wrasse, orange-clubbed nudibranchs, common lobsters, sea hares, rock crabs, sea stars, brittle stars, and snails.
58.53350, 11.03260
Current at Skitrarna can strengthen quickly, so time your dive around slack water and confirm conditions with your skipper before descending. Cold water and sharp rock surfaces mean thick gloves and robust exposure protection are worth the extra kit.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
8-23m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
4-15°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, cuckoo wrasse, orange-clubbed nudibranchs, common lobsters, sea hares, rock crabs, sea stars, brittle stars, and snails.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers and requires both Open Water and Advanced certifications.
The wall descends from 8 metres to a maximum depth of 23 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site.
The site is designed for diving, and boat access is required to reach the wall.
Diving at Skitrarna in Hamburgsund requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Skitrarna in Hamburgsund. Water temperatures range from 4°C to 15°C.
Divers at Skitrarna in Hamburgsund should be aware of stonefish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Expect moderate currents at Skitrarna in Hamburgsund. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Skitrarna in Hamburgsund typically ranges from 10 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.