Le Bateau en Ciment Suggest edit

France Suggest · Nouvelle-Aquitaine Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

25Max dive depth

25.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

18.0–24.0 °CWater (summer)

10.0–14.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Le Bateau en Ciment is an intriguing dive site located in the Arcachon Bay area of Aquitaine, France. This site features a sunken cement ship that attracts a variety of marine life and offers divers a unique underwater experience.

The dive typically involves exploring the wreck of the cement ship, which is surrounded by diverse marine flora and fauna. Divers can expect to see schools of fish, crustaceans, and possibly some larger species depending on the season.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 18.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 10.0–14.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand wreck rocks Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Bring a wide-angle lens for wreck shots; early morning or late afternoon provides the best light.

Location

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