El Houalerez Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

45 minAvg dive time

June to SeptemberBest months

15.0–20.0 °CWater (summer)

8.0–12.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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El Houalerez is a popular dive site located in the Morbihan Gulf of Brittany, France. Known for its diverse marine life and interesting underwater topography, it offers a unique diving experience in a relatively sheltered environment.

Divers can expect to explore rocky reefs and kelp forests, with opportunities to see various fish species and possibly some crustaceans. The site is suitable for divers looking to experience both shallow and deeper dives, with varying depths available.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 15.0–20.0 °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 light conditions are during mid-morning; focus on macro photography among the rocks.

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