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Riksäpplet

Historic brackish wreck dive near Dalarö.

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Local operator required

Dalarö wreck-park outings are guided and typically run in small groups from the local dive center.

Guided Stockholm-archipelago wreck dive with shallow-to-moderate depth, drysuit conditions, and strong historical interest.

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.

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AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeSome life
FacilitiesGood facilities

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Riksäpplet Planning Details

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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

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Key Hazards

Cold waterRestricted access

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

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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.

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Riksäpplet Guide - Sources and Updates

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Research Sources

Dalarö wreck-resort page describing Riksäpplet and the historical wreck program.

www.dalaro.se · Tourism

Dalarö guide describing the local wreck cluster and authorized guided dives.

www.vrak.se · Official

Museum of Wrecks page with official wreck facts, depth, and historical context.

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