Kullaviks Hamn

This dive site, Kullaviks Hamn, is located south of Gothenburg, Sweden, offering an accessible shore diving experience. Divers can easily enter the water from the jetty situated to the left of the main pier. While no significant historical events or complex navigation are noted, the site provides a calm, protected environment, typical of a harbor, making it straightforward to explore the shallow bottom. Parking is conveniently located close to the water, though a fee applies, and amenities like a toilet and defibrillator are available in the red house on the pier, along with picnic tables.
The underwater environment at Kullaviks Hamn is characterized by prevalent eelgrass beds, which serve as a crucial habitat for various smaller marine species. Divers can expect to encounter shore crabs, various smaller codfishes, and smaller flat fishes navigating the seagrass. A notable find for macro enthusiasts is the greater pipefish, which often camouflages within the eelgrass, adding to the site's appeal for observing unique, smaller marine life in their natural shallow-water habitat.
The best time to visit Kullaviks Hamn for diving or freediving would generally be during the warmer months of late spring through early autumn, when water temperatures are more comfortable and light penetration is better. This site is particularly well-suited for beginner divers due to its maximum depth of only 7 meters and calm conditions, making it an excellent spot for training or leisurely shallow dives. Freedivers will also find it suitable for practicing skills in a controlled, shallow environment. Divers should be mindful of the parking fee and utilize the available facilities on the pier.