Croatia Wreck Diving: Best Sites & Permits

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A curated guide to Croatia's best wreck dive sites, spanning the WWI-era Baron Gautsch off Rovinj, WWII wrecks like the B-17 Flying Fortress and HMS Coriolanus, the restricted Szent István battleship near Premuda, and the classic wreck cluster around the island of Vis. It includes official dive-site profiles, operator guides for planning a trip, and Croatia's government permit rules for diving protected cultural wrecks — everything a diver needs to plan a wreck-diving trip along the Adriatic coast.
Baron Gautsch dive site | PADI
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Baron Gautsch dive site | PADI

Is the Baron Gautsch in Croatia for you? Get all the info - depth, images, map, recommended equipment & much more.

Shipwreck Peltastis dive site | PADI
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Shipwreck Peltastis dive site | PADI

Is the Shipwreck Peltastis in Croatia for you? Get all the info - depth, images, map, recommended equipment & much more.

B-17 Flying Fortress Dive Site Overview
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B-17 Flying Fortress Dive Site Overview

Explore the B-17 Flying Fortress wreck dive site, a challenging dive for TMX divers only. Located 8 MM from the port of Vis, this site features depths ranging from 68 to 72 meters.

Wreck Diving on the Island of Vis
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Wreck Diving on the Island of Vis

Explore the fascinating wreck diving opportunities around the Island of Vis. This page provides information on the best wreck dive sites, what to expect, and how to prepare for an unforgettable underwater experience.

Diving in areas where cultural goods are located
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Diving in areas where cultural goods are located

Diving in areas where cultural goods are located requires a permit from the Ministry of Culture and Media, or the competent conservatory department. This page provides essential information regarding the regulations and procedures for obtaining the necessary permits for diving in protected cultural areas.

HMS Coriolanus (Wreck)
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HMS Coriolanus (Wreck)

Due to its position and depth, HMS Coriolanus is one of the most popular wrecks to dive to in Istria peninsular. This amazing artificial reef full of marine life, most of the time gives the impression you dive some where in tropicals. Here you can see almost everything Northern Adriatic can offer.

Teti Wreck - Diving Locations Komiža Vis
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Teti Wreck - Diving Locations Komiža Vis

Explore the Teti Wreck, an exciting diving location near Komiža on the island of Vis. This page provides details about the wreck, its history, and diving conditions for enthusiasts.

Diving in Croatia: Wrecks, Walls & Caves of the Adriatic
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Diving in Croatia: Wrecks, Walls & Caves of the Adriatic

Where to dive in Croatia, when to go and what it costs. The Baron Gautsch wreck, the B-17 off Vis, the Blue Cave at Biševo and the karst walls of the Adriatic.

Wreck diving in Istria - Vito Nautika
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Wreck diving in Istria - Vito Nautika

In this article, we discover the best wreck diving spots in Istria and give valuable tips on what you should look out for.

Warbirds: Diving Croatia's Sunken World War II Treasures
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Warbirds: Diving Croatia's Sunken World War II Treasures

Scuba divers can explore the sunken World War II aircraft off Vis Island in Croatia. This page provides insights into the diving experience and the historical significance of these underwater relics.

The Demise of SMS Szent István | X-Ray Mag
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The Demise of SMS Szent István | X-Ray Mag

The Szent István was discovered by the Yugoslavian navy in the 1970s and is now a protected wreck. You can only dive the wreck site with special permission.