Wreck John Gilmore
Deep, historic American freighter wreck off the Istrian coast.
Boat Access
42m Avg Depth
49m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site features the impressive wreck of the John Gilmore, an American freighter sunk by a mine in 1944. The well-preserved vessel sits upright on a sandy bottom, offering multiple levels for exploration by advanced divers.
Diving
Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
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Things to Note
Difficulty:
Advanced
Deep wreck dive (36-49m) requiring advanced certification and decompression planning.
Hazards:
depthboat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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