Dalarö wreck-resort page describing Riksäpplet and the historical wreck program.
Riksäpplet
Historic brackish wreck dive near Dalarö.
Local operator required
Dalarö wreck-park outings are guided and typically run in small groups from the local dive center.
About Riksäpplet
Riksäpplet is a historic brackish-water wreck dive near Dalarö, where the remaining hull and timbers make for a moody cold-water site. It suits experienced drysuit divers who want a guided wreck dive with strong historical context and a shallow-to-moderate profile.
Research Estimate At Riksäpplet
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Where Is Riksäpplet?
Riksäpplet Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
7m - 16m
Depth Note
Official wreck facts place the site at 7-16 m, while local guide sources describe it as a roughly 15 m brackish wreck dive.
Best Season
Year-round for experienced cold-water divers, with calmer weather windows preferred.
Typical Conditions
Cold brackish water, shallow-to-moderate wreck relief, and guided cold-water diving in a historic archipelago setting.
Safety & Access At Riksäpplet
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Use a drysuit, torch, SMB, and calm buoyancy control, and keep the dive within the guide plan.
Access Restrictions
The Dalarö wreck park is accessed through registered and authorized guided dives, so plan on a local operator rather than a casual solo entry.
Legal Notes
Riksäpplet is part of a protected historic wreck cluster in the Dalarö archipelago; follow the guided-dive program and site rules.
Local Intel For Riksäpplet
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
This is a cold-water wreck dive for certified divers who are comfortable in drysuits and want a guided historical site rather than a reef profile.
Riksäpplet Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Riksäpplet
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Recent Logged Visits At Riksäpplet
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Riksäpplet
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Riksäpplet Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Riksäpplet Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
Dalarö guide describing the local wreck cluster and authorized guided dives.
Museum of Wrecks page with official wreck facts, depth, and historical context.
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