

Best for beginner divers, shore entry.
Canal d'Hossegor is a tidal channel connecting the Atlantic Ocean to the marine lake on the Landes coast. This shore-entry site is suitable for beginners and offers a unique environment for snorkelling. The topography features stone walls that provide habitat for various marine organisms. Species recorded around this area include crabs, Tompot Blenny, sea stars, brittle stars, bream, hermit crabs, zoanthids, bluebottles, and striped red mullet. Less common sightings in the vicinity include common octopus, European common cuttlefish, catsharks, and scorpionfish. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 12C in January to 23C in August.
43.66390, -1.43120
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
12-23°C
Yes, this site is considered suitable for beginners.
Yes, Canal d'Hossegor is a popular location for snorkelling with a rating of 4 out of 5.
Species recorded around this area include crabs, Tompot Blenny, sea stars, brittle stars, bream, hermit crabs, zoanthids, bluebottles, and striped red mullet. Uncommon sightings include common octopus, European common cuttlefish, catsharks, and scorpionfish.
Access to the water is via a shore entry.
Water temperatures vary by month, ranging from a low of 12C in January to a high of 23C in August.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Canal d'Hossegor in Landes coast. Water temperatures range from 12°C to 23°C.