La Barge de Carro et Aile
Protected Area
Côte Bleue Marine
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) - La Barge de Carro et Aile offers some of Marseille & Calanques's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 14-25°C, warmest July, August, September.
La Barge de Carro, and the nearby "Aile" (wing) section, is a wreck dive that really delivers a sense of history. We love how the wreck is broken up, lying in sections that feel like a scattered archaeological site. Swimming through the main holds of the barge, you’re surrounded by schooling damselfish and glinting silversides. Inside, conger eels often peek out from shadowy corners. Our favourite part has to be the detached wing section. It’s a bit deeper and truly eerie, a ghostly metal structure now completely encrusted with colourful gorgonians. The light plays beautifully here, filtering through the water and highlighting the purple and orange growth. This site is best for experienced wreck divers who appreciate exploration rather than just a single intact structure. We’d suggest going on a calm day; visibility can be a bit variable in this area of the Mediterranean, and you want to really soak in the atmosphere of the fragmented wreckage. It’s a dive that tells a story, even if you don't know the full history beforehand.
Typical La Barge de Carro et Aile 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.
Nearest Dive Centres to La Barge de Carro et Aile
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PLONGEE PASSION CARRY
Paradis Plongée
UCPA Cap Croisette
ATELIER DE LA MER
Balanea
Cassis Calanques Plongée
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for La Barge de Carro et Aile
La Barge de Carro et Aile Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for La Barge de Carro et Aile, 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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