Scapa Flow : Historic Wreck Site
Explore the historic wrecks of Scapa Flow, with 3D 'virtual dives', interactive maps and definitive information on the amazing marine archaeology and wildlife
Scapa Flow - Wikipedia
Since the scuttling of the German fleet after World War I, its wrecks and their marine habitats form an internationally acclaimed diving location. Scapa Flow hosts an oil port, the Flotta oil terminal. In good weather, its roadstead (water of moderate conditions) allows ship-to …
A Complete Guide to the Wrecks of Scapa Flow - NorthLink …
Thinking of diving in Orkney? Read our comprehensive guide to the ship wrecks of Scapa Flow to organise your Orkney diving adventure!
History of Scapa Flow : Scapa Flow Wrecks
Scapa Flow is a body of water about 120 square miles in area and with an average depth of 30 to 40 metres. The Orkney Mainland and South Isles encircle Scapa Flow, making it a sheltered harbour with easy access to both the North Sea and Atlantic Ocean.
Scapa Flow wrecks: all the ships that sank - Deepspot
2023年11月29日 · “Derfflinger” – sank at hrs. 14.45., mined in August 1939, left at Scapa Flow throughout World War II and scrapped at Faslane between 1946 and 1948. “Hindenburg” – sank at. 17.00., excavated in July 1930 and scrapped in Rosyth.
Go With The Flow – Diving The Wrecks Of Scapa Flow
2020年9月3日 · At its deepest, Scapa Flow is 60m (197ft), although the deepest of the German wrecks lies in 47m (154ft). The site seems to have gained a reputation for being dark and murky. Visibility can be variable but is regularly in excess of 15m (50ft).
High Seas Sunken Fleet and Other Wrecks : Dive Scapa Flow's Wrecks
Dive into the shipwrecks of Scapa Flow, from the famous German High Seas Fleet wrecks which have been mapped in 3D, to the War Graves of the Royal Oak and Vanguard, the blockships scattered across some of the Flow's entrances, and the many domestic vessels which have been lost around its shores
Scapa Flow | Leading Public Body for Scotland's Historic …
Find out about Scapa Flow in Orkney and how we're protecting the wrecks of the German High Seas Fleet. Orkney has one of the most outstanding collections of First World War and Second World War remains, both above ground and under water.
Scapa Flow 2021 - Scottish Shipwrecks
2021年11月5日 · There are seven main German wrecks in Scapa Flow, three battleships and four light cruisers located around the Island of Cava. In addition, there is the torpedo boat V83 in Gutter Sound, UB116 and debris sites where several vessels sank and were later salvaged.
Scapa Flow, Orkney – Historic Sites - VisitScotland
Orkney has a unique underwater environment, from vast battleships resting in the heart of Scapa Flow, to smaller blockships dotted along the rugged coastline. please visit www.scapaflowwrecks.com for more information.