Best for intermediate divers, 32-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Brittany & Normandy Wreck (40m) #2 is a deep-water site featuring both wreck and reef structures. Located 13 kilometres from shore, the site sits at depths between 32 and 40 metres, with an average depth of 36 metres. Divers must manage moderate currents and visibility that fluctuates significantly between 1 and 15 metres depending on tidal and weather conditions. Given the depth and water temperatures ranging from 10°C to 18°C, a drysuit or thick wetsuit is recommended. Boat access is required for this site. Divers should maintain constant vigilance for boat traffic during surfacing and ensure careful gas planning due to the depth and potential for strong currents.
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Check locally for up-to-date visibility and current conditions before booking your boat, as the wide visibility range suggests this site is highly tide and weather dependent. A drysuit or at minimum a thick wetsuit is advisable given the cold water at this depth.
Access is provided by local dive operators in Camaret-sur-Mer and Brest, typically via half-day boat trips.
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Depth
32-40m
Visibility
1-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug
The site ranges from 32 to 40 metres deep, with an average depth of 36 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the depth, cold water, and moderate currents.
Access is by boat only, as the site is located 13 kilometres from the shore.
Hazards include deep water, cold temperatures, moderate currents, and boat traffic.
No, this site is not suitable for snorkelling due to the significant depth of the wreck and reef.
Diving at Brittany & Normandy Wreck (40m) #2 in Brest requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Brittany & Normandy Wreck (40m) #2 in Brest are June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Brittany & Normandy Wreck (40m) #2 in Brest. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Brittany & Normandy Wreck (40m) #2 in Brest typically ranges from 1 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
