Cimetiere de Port-Vendres
Protected Area
Posidonies de la côte des Albères
Why dive here
With 157+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and mobula rays (devil rays) - Cimetiere de Port-Vendres offers some of Marseille & Calanques's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 14-25°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Cimetiere de Port-Vendres is a shore dive near Marseille known for its underwater cemetery. You’ll find a series of submerged grave markers and statues, giving the site a unique, contemplative atmosphere. It’s a straightforward dive, calm and usually shallow, making it suitable for newer divers or those looking for something a bit different. Visibility can vary, but it’s a site that relies more on its novelty than on abundant marine life.
Typical Cimetiere de Port-Vendres Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Cimetiere de Port-Vendres
Cimetiere de Port-Vendres Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Cimetiere de Port-Vendres, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (43.11, 5.89) (32km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
21°C
69°F · Range: 15.7–23.1°C
Air Temperature
18°C
64°F
Wind Speed
6.69 m/s
13.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1016.9 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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