SMS Brummer Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

AdvancedRecommended cert

35Max dive depth

35.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

June, July, August, SeptemberBest months

10.0–15.0 °CWater (summer)

5.0–10.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The SMS Brummer is a German light cruiser that sank during World War I, located in Scapa Flow, Orkney Isles, Scotland. It is a popular dive site due to its historical significance and the well-preserved wreck.

Divers can explore the wreck, which lies upright on the seabed. The site offers opportunities to see marine life that has made the wreck its home, along with various structural features of the ship.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 10.0–15.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 5.0–10.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand silt wreck Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle for the wreck, macro for marine life

Location

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