

Best for beginner divers, 3-21m, shore entry, mild current.
Viken in Lysekil, Sweden, is a shore-accessible site featuring a combination of natural reef and artificial reef structures. Divers can explore depths ranging from 3 to 21 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres. The site is suitable for beginners and offers mild currents, though visibility varies between 3 and 10 metres. Hazards include potential entanglement and low visibility. The area is well-equipped for divers, providing parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours. Night diving is also permitted at this location.
58.35070, 11.22160
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
3-21m
Visibility
3-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
4-16°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers.
The site has a depth range of 3 to 21 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Yes, Viken is a shore-entry dive site.
The site is primarily used for diving, but the shallow average depth of 5 metres makes it accessible for snorkelling.
Divers should be aware of the risk of entanglement and the potential for low visibility.
Diving at Viken in Smögen requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Viken in Smögen. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Viken in Smögen. Water temperatures range from 4°C to 16°C.
Viken in Smögen typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Viken in Smögen typically ranges from 3 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.