leixoes.apdl.pt · Official History
Official port history places Silver Valley at the Douro bar and notes it as the last major shipwreck there.
Dive Spot Guide•
Silver Valley (Wreck)
Shallow boat-only wreck with strong currents and rich marine life.
Boat wreck dive at the Douro bar with a sandy-bottom freighter, split-hull profile, and strong current timing to plan around; best for divers comfortable with boat entries and tidal windows.
About Silver Valley (Wreck)
Silver Valley is a boat-accessed freighter wreck near the mouth of the Douro River, lying on a sandy bottom with the hull split into two sections. The site is shallow but current-sensitive, so divers need to plan for boat entry, tide windows, and a compact wreck profile rather than depth. Expect cod, sea bream, sea bass, congers, octopuses, lobster, razor fish, and other macro life.
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Research Estimate At Silver Valley (Wreck)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Silver Valley (Wreck)?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Silver Valley (Wreck) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
14m - 15m
Depth Note
Shallow freighter wreck on a sandy bottom near the Douro bar; the current matters more than the depth.
Typical Conditions
Shallow wreck on sand at the river bar, with split-hull structure, tidal windows, and current-sensitive planning.
Safety & Access At Silver Valley (Wreck)
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
Treat Silver Valley as a current-sensitive wreck dive. Plan conservative entries and exits around the tide and avoid pushing the site when currents are running.
Access Restrictions
Accessible only by boat; OWD certification required, and current timing matters.
Local Intel For Silver Valley (Wreck)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Freighter wreck dive on sand at around 14 m depth.
Wildlife at Silver Valley (Wreck)
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Silver Valley (Wreck)
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Silver Valley (Wreck)
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