ANDRES Y MARIA - Costa Brava

The Andres y Maria wreck is a real sweetheart for anyone who loves a good poke around a historical site underwater. She's a fishing trawler, sunk deliberately, and now sits upright at 25 metres, looking like she just dropped anchor for a nap. What we love about her is the way she’s already become a living reef. You’ll find schools of damselfish flitting through the superstructure, and occasionally, we’ve spotted an octopus peeking out from a dark corner in the wheelhouse. Our favourite time to dive her is early morning; the light filtering down through the masts creates these incredible shafts, highlighting the reds and oranges of the sponges that are starting to take hold. While she’s classified as a dangerous wreck, meaning she’s broken up in places, the main structure is still very much intact and explorable for suitably qualified divers. Just remember to bring a torch – there are some delightful little nooks and crannies to illuminate. It’s a site that really suits those who appreciate the quiet beauty of a wreck slowly transforming back into nature.

Location
Costa Brava, Spain, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
41.836666, 3.121667
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
25m

Wreck History - ANDRES Y MARIA

Vessel Type
fishing vessel
Cause
unknown

The Andres y Maria is a classic Costa Brava wreck dive-a local fishing vessel that met its end and now rests on the seabed for divers to explore. Located at a comfortable depth of 25 meters, this wreck is accessible to most certified divers. Though the story of how she sank has faded with time, her legacy continues as a bustling hub for marine life. The structure of the old trawler provides an ideal habitat for conger and moray eels, scorpionfish, and lobsters, while schools of damselfish and bream often swarm its superstructure. The 'Dangerous Wreck' classification serves as a reminder to be cautious of nets or sharp metal, but for the prepared diver, the Andres y Maria offers a rewarding experience, combining maritime history with the vibrant underwater ecosystem of the Spanish coast.

Marine Protected Area: Castell-Cap Roig

Best Time to Dive in Costa Brava

The warmest water temperatures in Costa Brava occur in August, averaging 23.7°C. The coolest conditions are in January at 11.2°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 11.2°C
  • February: 11.4°C
  • March: 12.7°C
  • April: 14.5°C
  • May: 17.5°C
  • June: 21.5°C
  • July: 23.5°C
  • August: 23.7°C
  • September: 22.0°C
  • October: 19.3°C
  • November: 15.6°C
  • December: 12.8°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Costa Brava

Nearest Dive Centres to ANDRES Y MARIA

Marine Life in Costa Brava

Home to 46 recorded species including 36 reef fish, 2 whales & dolphins, 2 sharks & rays, 1 worms, 1 seagrass & algae, 1 other.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for ANDRES Y MARIA

Based on average water temperature of 17.1°C, currents 2 cm/s.

  • Wetsuit (5-7mm) - recommended for 17°C water
  • Hood & Gloves (3-5mm) - helps retain warmth
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories