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L'Amoco Cadiz Suggest edit

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AdvancedRecommended cert
50Max dive depth
50.0 mSite max depth
10.0–20.0 mVisibility
MildCurrent
ModerateSurge
40 minAvg dive time
June, July, August, SeptemberBest months
15.0–20.0 °CWater (summer)
10.0–14.0 °CWater (winter)

L'Amoco Cadiz is a notable dive site located in the Iroise Sea, off the coast of Brittany, France. This site is known for its historical significance, as it is the wreck of an oil tanker that sank in 1978, leading to one of the largest oil spills in history. The site offers divers a unique opportunity to explore the remnants of the wreck and the marine life that has since made it their home.

Diving at L'Amoco Cadiz involves exploring the wreck, which lies at varying depths. Divers can expect to see a range of marine life, including fish and invertebrates that thrive in the area. The wreck itself provides an interesting structure for divers to navigate around, with opportunities for penetration dives for experienced divers.

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