DROME
Protected Area
Iles du frioul
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) - DROME offers some of Marseille & Calanques's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 14-25°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Drome is a pretty interesting wreck, especially if you’re into a bit of history down deep. She’s an old merchant vessel, sunk upright at 52 metres, so definitely one for the experienced diver with decent trim and air consumption. We usually find her decks are a good place to spot conger eels poking out from the shadows, and there’s often a school of barracuda circling above the main superstructure, catching the light. While she’s largely intact, years on the seabed mean some parts are collapsing, which adds to the atmosphere but also means careful penetration if you’re looking to explore inside. We’d suggest focusing on the exterior and letting your eyes adjust to the ambient light to really appreciate her silhouette against the blue.
Typical DROME Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 52m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
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.
Nearest Dive Centres to DROME
Dive shops near DROME
UCPA Cap Croisette
ATELIER DE LA MER
Balanea
Paradis Plongée
PLONGEE PASSION CARRY
Cassis Calanques Plongée
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for DROME
DROME Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for DROME, 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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