Top Snorkeling and Scuba Diving in Bouches-du-Rhone
The top 159 dive and snorkel sites in Bouches-du-Rhone, ranked by diver reviews, with maps and photos. Read the Bouches-du-Rhone guide
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Tombant de l'Erevine
Tombant de l'Erevine is also known as Tombant de l'Elevine.
Les Moyadons
Take care of the curent. My be strong, even with a calm sea. West extrmity of Riou island, closed to Les moyades.
Grotte à Corail de Maire
Don't miss this dive. A must. S of Maïre island
Arches des Pharillons
This is a great dive. Beautifull archs and wonderfull walls full of gorgonians. Usually fish shoals around arches. The Farillons are the two rocks of the SE part of Maïre island. Arches des Pharillons is also known as Arches des Farillons.
La grotte à Perez
Very nice dive. The cave is just below the platform. Recommended to dive twice (cave + wall) this area. Eastern tip of Plane island.
La Calanques des Contrebandiers
S of Riou island
La grotte à corail de Riou
Very nice cave (entrance at 35m deep). Wall down to 45m deep. SE of Riou island. Just E from L'imperial de terre. La grotte à corail de Riou is also known as Riou's coral cave.
L'Impérial du milieu
Small rock between, SE of Riou.
Passe de Maire
If too much wind, this dive site can be a solution... W of Maïre island.
Le Tunnel et les Failles du Tiboulen de Maire
Great dive. Tunnel entrence is 9m deep. Take care of the swell... SW of Tiboulen of Maïre rock, W of Maïre island
La grotte arc en ciel
Very nice dive, for all level divers. In the middle of Jarre island, W side
La Drôme
The Drôme was a vessel carying many kind of things. It sunk on a mine, january 23, 1918. It is broken into two parts. Vessel size: - Length: 69m - Width: 10m 2.5 miles from Goudes harbour, 3 miles from the Pointe-Rouge harbour.
Cap Caveaux
S of Frioule islands.
Le Dalton
The wreck: Le Dalton is an English cargo. It was built in Stockolm in 1877. Le Dalton was carying lead ingots when it sunk february 19, 1928. Vessel size: - Length: 70m - Width: 20m Against to planier island (north side).
Le sec du Jarron
N of Jarre island (SE of the small rock named Jarron)
La Cathédrale
S of Maïre island
L'anse du canon
S of Maïre island
Les moyades
Very nic wall on the south part of the shoal. North point of Riou island.
Le Ker Bihan
Ker-Bihan is not as nice as the two other wrecks in the area: The Drôme and the Miquelon. It was an old fish boat, transformed into minehunter. It sunk on a mine january 23, 1918, only few days after the Drôme. Vessel size: - Length: 35 - Width: 10m 2.5 miles from Goudes harbour, 3 miles from the Pointe-Rouge harbour.
Le Cap Plane
Nice arches. S of Plane island
Le Saint Dominique
The Saint Dominique sunk june 16, 1897. It's a very nice wreck. Vessel size: - Length: 70m - Width: 10m North roadstead of Marseille, 800m from the coast.
Tiboulen du Frioul
W of Frioule island, near a small rock named Tiboulen du Frioule
Le Junker 88
German bomber wreck. Very nice cos not broken. Size: 14x20m Note: There is another Junker 88 in Marseille, 15m deep. West of Frioule islands, between Pomègues and Ratonneau.
La pierre à Joseph
S of Plane island
La pierre à Maya
Very nice dive. The shoal named Maya's rock is made of two parts, with wonderfull gorgonians. The wall is also great. Large groupers, and sometime moon-fishes... Don't miss it! SW of Frioule island, near Cap Caveaux La pierre à Maya is also known as La pierre Fendue, La pierre aux Corbs.
La Pierre de Cassis
Great dive NE of the Grand Congoulé rock, E of Riou island
Les yeux de chat
Very nice shoal, including gorgonians, lobsters and reef fishes. Just southeast, out of the Méjean rocky inlet
P 38 Lightning
This plane is all broken. There are only part of wings. This is the same kind of plane than Saint Exupery's. These parts should have been moved by trawler... This american plane is located half a mile in fron of La Ciotat harbour.
L'Impérial de terre
Tunnels on the eastern side at the bottom; great wall on the northern side. Two biological interests: - Oculina patagonica is a hard coral (like those on tropical waters!) that has been imported on the eastern side of the rock, near 4m deep. Brown colour, approx 4/5m². - Savalia (Gerardia) savaglia is an arborescent anemone that grows on gorgonians (both red an white). You can find this rare specie on the northern wall of the rock. Easy to find cos of the pale yellow/white colour in the middle of the red gorgonians. Small rock closed to Riou island (SE). Part of the three rocks named "Les imperiaux".
La cassidaigne
The Cassidaigne is very exposed to the Mistral wind. Dive here only with low wind! The Cassidaigne is a danger buoy, located 4 nautical miles south south-east of Cassis, and 4 nautical miles southwest of La Ciotat. La cassidaigne is also known as La Bigue.
Pointe d'En Vau
Very nice wall, with gorgonians and groupers. Souternmost side of En Vau rocky inlet, west of Cassis. Pointe d'En Vau is also known as Pointe d'en Vau.
Le tombant de Niolon
Just in front the UCPA center, 0.2 nautical mile south of Niolon harbor.
Junker 88 II
This is the second Junker 88 airplane wreck of Marseille, 15m deep.
Le Batavia
This 109m long Italian liner sunk November 23, 1877. Its a very broken wreck. Between Jaïre Island and Calseraigne Island, arount the shoal named Miet.
Le Novi
A small sailboat sunk near Marseille harbour. Nice afternoon dive for Nitrox divers. The wreck is in front of the frioul islands (south of the If Castle) near the roadstead of Marseille.
Bec de l'Aigle
Small wall with red corals and gorgonians. Just south of the Eagle cape (Bec de l'Aigle).
Les Rosiers
Southeast side of L'île verte (Green island)
Le Moulon
Between Niolon harbour and L'Elevine Le Moulon is also known as Tombant du Moulon.
Les Eyglaudes
Western side of the rock
Le rocher Cacaveaux
Western side of Pomègues Le rocher Cacaveaux is also known as Roche cacaveau.
L'Erevine
L'Erevine is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Blue Coast which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Grotte de Boulegeade
Grotte de Boulegeade is also known as Boulegeade.
Aile de Carro
Aile de Carro is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Blue Coast which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Ghrib
Le Ghrib is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Calanques which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Guarani
Le Guarani is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Calanques which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Frapao
Le Frapao is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Blue Coast which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
La Piscine de La Ciotat
La Piscine de La Ciotat is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, La Ciotat which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Tombant de Castel Vieil
Tombant de Castel Vieil is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Cassis which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
L'Aragnon
L'Aragnon is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Blue Coast which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Petit Saint Dominique
Le Petit Saint Dominique is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Roadstead of Marseille which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Cannonier du Sud
Le Cannonier du Sud is also known as La grotte à Gaby, La Balise.
Calanque de Seynerolles
Calanque de Seynerolles is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, La Ciotat which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Tombant aux Langoustes
Le Tombant aux Langoustes is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, La Ciotat which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Chalutier et les Ancres
Le Chalutier et les Ancres is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, La Ciotat which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
La Pierre de Jas
La Pierre de Jas is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, La Ciotat which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Rousteau Nord
Le Rousteau Nord is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, La Ciotat which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
La Pierre du Levant
La Pierre du Levant is also known as Le Levant.
La Barge de Carro et Aile
La Barge de Carro et Aile is also known as L'Ulysse III.
Le Pain de Sucre
Le Pain de Sucre is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, La Ciotat which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Petit Moure
Le Petit Moure is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, La Ciotat which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Rousteau Sud
Le Rousteau Sud is also known as La Pierre à Rousteau.
Le Bois de Carry
Le Bois de Carry is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Blue Coast which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Tunnel de la Moyade
Tunnel de la Moyade is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Riou which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Les Deux Jumelles
Les Deux Jumelles is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Riou which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Cannonier du Nord
Le Cannonier du Nord is also known as La Vierge.
Le Tombant de Sophie
Le Tombant de Sophie is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Riou which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Calanque du Mugel
Calanque du Mugel is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, La Ciotat which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Jardin
Le Jardin is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Cassis which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Veyron
Le Veyron is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Planier which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Tombant des Pharillons
Tombant des Pharillons is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Maire which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Grand Moure
Le Grand Moure is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, La Ciotat which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Barancan
Le Barancan is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, La Ciotat which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
La tache jaune
La tache jaune is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Frioule which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Grotte porte de Rome
Grotte porte de Rome is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Calanques which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le puit Degaby
Le puit Degaby is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Roadstead of Marseille which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
La Poubelle
La Poubelle is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Frioule which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
La grotte du renard
La grotte du renard is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Cassis which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Mirage
Le Mirage is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Frioule which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le canoubier
Le canoubier is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Roadstead of Marseille which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Barge de Saumaty
Barge de Saumaty is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Roadstead of Marseille which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
La pointe de la Luque
La pointe de la Luque is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Frioule which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Pointe de Pomegue
Pointe de Pomegue is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Frioule which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le sec Exocet
Le sec Exocet is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Cassis which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Grotte de Callelongue
Grotte de Callelongue is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Calanques which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
La grotte sans fond
La grotte sans fond is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Jarre which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le cap de Jarron
Le cap de Jarron is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Jarre which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
La plaine
La plaine is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Planier which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Les pains de sucre
Les pains de sucre is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Riou which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
GROTTE DU CAPELAN
GROTTE DU CAPELAN is also known as GROTTE DES CAPELANS.
Digue des Catalans
Digue des Catalans is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Roadstead of Marseille which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Tombant de Ratonneau
Tombant de Ratonneau is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Frioule which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Jardin de gorgones
Le Jardin de gorgones is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Riou which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Souquet
Le Souquet is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Planier which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Les canons
Les canons is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Calanques which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Grotte de la triperie
Grotte de la triperie is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Calanques which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Les failles Marlet
Les failles Marlet is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Frioule which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
La faille du soldat
La faille du soldat is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Frioule which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Caboteur
Le Caboteur is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Roadstead of Marseille which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Chalutier
Le Chalutier is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Roadstead of Marseille which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le chalutier en plastique
Le chalutier en plastique is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Roadstead of Marseille which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Les bouteilles
Les bouteilles is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Frioule which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
L'avion de planier
L'avion de planier is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Planier which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
La vedette bimoteur
La vedette bimoteur is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Frioule which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le chalan Labillon
Le chalan Labillon is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Calanques which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
L'avion
L'avion is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Frioule which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
La vedette
La vedette is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Frioule which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
La reine des flots
La reine des flots is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Roadstead of Marseille which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Stella
Le Stella is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Junker 88 de Cassis
Le Junker 88 de Cassis is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Cassis which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Samson
Le Samson is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Blue Coast which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Kleber
Le Kleber is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Blue Coast which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le moteur d'avion
Le moteur d'avion is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Blue Coast which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Les grottes du Veyron
Take care of the curent. It may be strong in the area. Dive site contains many caves, some are large enough to be visited. 1.2 miles NE from Planier island (cape: 250°)
Le ponton-grue La Croisette
This is a brge with cabin and caterpilar and no engine. The wreck is upside down. Wreck is located 1 mile S-SW from Cap Caveaux Le ponton-grue La Croisette is also known as La Croisette.
La calanque du Pouar
Two dives in the creak: - South East side (0 - 15m) - North West side (6 - 35m) Large creak on the E side of Plane island
La pierre de Briançon
Several large rocks with a lot of marine life. There is a large arch at 25m on the eastern side of the rock. At 15m and 8m, there are two tunnels. Near the rainbow cave (Central west of Jarre island).
Les pierres tombées
S of Riou island
La pierre qui tramolle
For Advanced/N2 divers, the dive is generally a drift dive to the east up to the little cay. There are two seamounts and a cave. N of Plane island
La grotte Mystérieuse
Very nice cave. SW of Jarre island
L'Impérial du large
This is one of the most beautifull dive of Marseille. The wall is incredible, full of gorgonians. Small rock, S of Riou island.
Le Messerschmitt 109
The Messerschmitt 109 sunk in 1944. This plane wreck is upside down, laying on a sandy floor at 45m deep. Plane sizes: - Long: 9 m - Width: 10 m North from the Planier island
Le couloir aux gorgones
Splendid gorgonian wall, but deep dive ! Take care. S of Grand congoulé rock, E of Riou island
Résurgence de Port-Miou
Except if you stay outside, this is a cave dive for certified divers only! Deepest expeditions (Approx 1.500m long): -147m, reached by M. Douchet in 1993 -172m, reached by J. Meynie in 2005 Out of the rocky inlet of Port Miou. Fresh water is visible at the surface. Résurgence de Port-Miou is also known as Emergence de Port-Miou.
Les Bankaws
Les Bankaws is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Riou which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Fora Simona
Fora Simona is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Riou which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Les pierres du matelot
Les pierres du matelot is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Plane which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Chaouen
The Chaouen was a Morroco cargo carying citrus fruits. Due to a human fault, the Chaouen sunk fubruary 22, 1971 at 2:30 pm. Vessel size: - Length: 90 m - Width: 13 m North-west side of Planier island.
La Donatello D
La Donatello D is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Riou which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le voilier de plane
Le voilier de plane is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Plane which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
L'ecueil du milieu
L'ecueil du milieu is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Plane which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
La vedette des fromages
La vedette des fromages is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Maire which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le grand St Antoine
Le grand St Antoine is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Jarre which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Liban
The Liban was a steamer from the Fraissinet company. It sunk june 7, 1903 (hooked on by the Insulaire boat). 90 people died. The liban is broken into many parts, covering a large area of 100m by 20m. Vessel size - Length: 91m - Width: 9m After visiting the wreck, go east to the archs for safety stops. The Liban wreck is very close the Farillons (SE of Maïre island). Acces from the Goudes harbour (1.5 miles) or Point-Rouge harbour (3.5 miles).
Tiboulen de Maire
Tiboulen de Maire is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Maire which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Tombant du Planier
Le Tombant du Planier is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Planier which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le grand Salaman
Near Le tiboulen du Frioul Le grand Salaman is also known as Ilot du grand Salaman, Le grand salamandre.
Le Chilton
Le Chilton is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Roadstead of Marseille which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le 5 Doigts du Tiboulin du Frioul
Le 5 Doigts du Tiboulin du Frioul is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Frioule which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Lagoubran
Deep wreck, take care to the nets ! The Lagoubran was sunk by a mine, march 6, 1919. It is a 28m paddle wheels vessel. The Lagoubran wreck is located in the middle of Marseille's roadstead. 3.2 miles from Goudes harbour, 4 miles from the Vieux-Port.
La Barge aux Tuiles
La Barge aux Tuiles is also known as L'Epave aux tuiles de la Coudoulière.
La Pilotine et trois Voiliers
La Pilotine et trois Voiliers is also known as La Pilotine et trois Voiliers.
Barge de Tiboulen du Frioul
Barge de Tiboulen du Frioul is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Frioule which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Guivier
Le Guivier is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Roadstead of Marseille which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Cap Morgiou
4 old cars ond the sand by 50m.
Les Deux Doigts
Les Deux Doigts is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Blue Coast which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Mur de l'Elevine ou Erevine
Mur de l'Elevine ou Erevine is also known as Pierre de Salon.
Le Moulon Ouest
Le Moulon Ouest is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Blue Coast which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Les failles d'Eissadon
Les failles d'Eissadon is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Cassis which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Pointe Cacau
Nice dive site close to Cassis. Easy to find, short boat time. Suitable for beginners. Special feature: 2 cannons from the Napleonic Wars. Pointe Cacau is also known as Pointe Cacao.
Arche de Planier
Arche de Planier is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Planier which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Le Protée
French Submarine "U-471" (92.30m long), launched in 1930. On June 25th, 1940 it reaches Alexandria, and was captured by the british Navy. In 1943 it is used by the allies, being based in Algiers (Algeria). On December 18th, 1943 it departed from Algiers, with a crew of 74 men, bound for Marseille. As of January 13th, 1944 it is considered "as lost at sea". Henri-Germain Delauze, CEO of the french COMEX discovered it using his "Remora" submarine. In June 2000 Cedric Verdier, and FLorent Locatelli are the first to examine the wreck, using trimix. This is an EXTREME dive only available for the more advanced and equiped trimix divers. It is a designated war grave. More information on the book from JP Joncheray "80 epaves a Marseille", Editions GAP, 2004, ISBN:2 74170 290X. Departure from Cassis harbour. The wreck is near the 'Bec de l'Aigle'. Le Protée is also known as U-471, U471.
Le Miquelon
The Miquelon is a cargo, it sunk october 5, 1917. Vessel size: - Length: 49m - Widt: 7.5m Bottom is made of mud, visibility is often reduced. The Miquelon wreck is just between Maïre island and Cap Caveaux.
Le Natal
"Le Natal" was a liner (130m long) that sunk on 30 aug 1917 due to a collision into another liner "Le Malgache". At that very moment she was sailing under the cover of darkness (and without any light) to avoid been targeted by German U-Boots. This is an EXTREME Trimix dive, far away from the shore, reserved for the most qualified and trained divers. It has been attempted only a couple of time in the recent years. Moreover it is necessary to have very calm sea conditions. SHOM ref#18035463 43°05,590N 5°17,390E WGS84 More information on the book from JP Joncheray "80 epaves a Marseille", Editions GAP, 2004, ISBN:2 74170 290X. From Marseille or Cassis harbour.
Le Bananier
Le Bananier is also known as Saint Attalus (?), La Havraise (?), Belain d'Esnambuc (?), Jasmin (?), Pommern (?), Nimet Allah (?).
la Pierre à la Bague
An surprizing natural monument, in the middle of a labiryntic shoal of rocks standing like giant teeth, looking dedicated to the mythologic It's a shoal, very shallow, 5 meters deep or less. Danger is not from depth, diving there needs flat sea, no current, no swell, no wind, Else, in breaking waves, all is white and you are in the la Pierre à la Bague is also known as écueil de la Pierre à la Bague.
La pointe de Caramassaigne
E of Riou island La pointe de Caramassaigne is also known as Pointe de Caramasagne.
Le Middlebury Victory
Le Middlebury Victory is a 0-star rated scuba dive and snorkel destination in France, Mediterranean, Marseille, Planier which is accessible from shore based on 0 ratings.
Les Fromages
NE of Maïre island
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