Basse du Lys Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

June, July, August, SeptemberBest months

14.0–18.0 °CWater (summer)

8.0–12.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Basse du Lys is a popular dive site located off the coast of Brittany, near Brest. The site features a variety of marine life and interesting underwater topography, making it suitable for divers of varying skill levels.

Divers can expect to explore rocky reefs and kelp forests, with opportunities to see diverse marine species such as fish, crustaceans, and occasionally larger pelagic species. The underwater landscape includes both vertical walls and sandy bottoms.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 14.0–18.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 8.0–12.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Both Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rock sand kelp Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting conditions are during midday; macro photography is recommended among the kelp.

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