

Best for beginner divers, 1-5m, shore entry, moderate current.
Anse de Kerguelen on Île de Groix offers a shallow marine environment featuring rocky reef structures and seagrass meadows. With an average depth of 3 metres, this shore-entry site is suitable for beginners and provides a 3/5 rating for snorkelling. Divers should be aware of moderate currents, potential surf, and boat traffic, alongside variable visibility and cold water temperatures ranging from 10C to 18C. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, conger eels, various crustaceans such as crabs and shrimp, and echinoderms like sea stars. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, showers, equipment rental, and a dive shop for air fills.
47.70520, -3.39580
The dive centre provides access to wreck sites and rocky areas near the island of Groix within 20 minutes of navigation.
The dive centre is located at Parc Océanique, 56260 Larmor-Plage.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 5m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
10-18°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
30 min
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, conger eels, various crabs, shrimp, and sea stars. Other occasional sightings in the region include European common cuttlefish, marbled electric rays, and grey seals.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with an average depth of 3 metres and shore access.
The depth ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling and holds a 3/5 rating for the activity.
Yes, entry to the water is via the shore.
Divers and snorkellers should be aware of boat traffic, cold water, low visibility, rip currents, strong currents, and surf.
Diving at Anse de Kerguelen in Larmor-Plage requires the following certifications: PE40, PA40, Niveau 1. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Anse de Kerguelen in Larmor-Plage. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Anse de Kerguelen in Larmor-Plage. Water temperatures range from 10°C to 18°C.
Expect moderate currents at Anse de Kerguelen in Larmor-Plage. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.