

Best for intermediate divers, 19-23m, boat entry, moderate current.
The Marie-Noelle is a wreck site located 3000 metres offshore in Arcachon, France. Resting at depths between 19 and 23 metres, this site is suitable for intermediate divers with wreck certification. Divers should expect moderate currents and visibility averaging 5 metres, necessitating good buoyancy control. Water temperatures fluctuate between 12 and 18 degrees Celsius, requiring appropriate thermal protection. Due to boat traffic, the use of a surface marker buoy is essential during ascent. Species recorded around this area include European Common Cuttlefish, Gray Seal, Common Octopus, Scorpionfish, wrasses, flatworms, Conger Eel, sea slugs, Barrel Jellyfish, Tompot Blenny, crabs, Striped Red Mullet, brittle stars, and bream.
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Current can build quickly on this site, so plan your dive to work into the current on the outward leg and ride it back to the shot line. A wreck certification is required alongside your open water qualification, and guided tours are available at the departure point if you want a local to lead you through the structure.
Access via shore or boat.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
19-23m
Visibility
5m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
12-18°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
35 min
While not confirmed at this specific site, species recorded around this area include European Common Cuttlefish, Gray Seal, Common Octopus, Scorpionfish, wrasses, flatworms, Conger Eel, sea slugs, Barrel Jellyfish, Tompot Blenny, crabs, Striped Red Mullet, brittle stars, and bream.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers. A wreck certification is required in addition to an open water qualification.
The wreck lies at a depth of 19 to 23 metres, with an average depth of 21 metres.
No, the site is located 3000 metres offshore and requires boat access.
The main hazards are moderate currents and active boat traffic. Divers must monitor current strength during the dive and use a surface marker buoy upon ascent.
Diving at The Marie-Noelle wreck in Arcachon requires the following certifications: Open Water, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near The Marie-Noelle wreck in Arcachon. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at The Marie-Noelle wreck in Arcachon. Water temperatures range from 12°C to 18°C.
Expect moderate currents at The Marie-Noelle wreck in Arcachon. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at The Marie-Noelle wreck in Arcachon typically ranges from 5 metres to 5 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.