

Best for beginner divers, 10-15m, shore entry, moderate current.
Le Charbonnier is a combined reef and wreck site located off the coast of Saint-Malo. Accessible from the shore, the site features depths ranging from 10 to 15 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and limited visibility, which averages around 5 metres. The wreck presents an overhead environment that requires careful navigation to avoid entanglement risks. Due to the variable conditions and current, booking a guided tour through a local dive shop is recommended. Water temperatures fluctuate between 10C and 16C throughout the year, making a drysuit or thick wetsuit advisable for comfort during the typical 45-minute dive.
48.79058, -3.09420
Book a guided tour through the local dive shop, particularly on your first visit, as the variable visibility and current make independent navigation tricky. A drysuit or thick wetsuit is worth the effort here, since water temperature drops to 10 degrees Celsius in cooler months.
Access via boat from the Gulf of Morbihan.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-15m
Visibility
5m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
10-16°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Yes, the site is within Open Water depth ranges, though the presence of currents, low visibility, and an overhead wreck environment requires caution and awareness.
The depth at Le Charbonnier ranges from 10 to 15 metres.
Le Charbonnier is accessible from the shore without the need for a boat.
Hazards include strong currents, low visibility, and the overhead environment of the wreck, which poses an entanglement risk.
A drysuit or thick wetsuit is recommended, as water temperatures can drop to 10C in cooler months.
Diving at Le charbonnier in Paimpol requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Le charbonnier in Paimpol are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Le charbonnier in Paimpol. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Le charbonnier in Paimpol typically ranges from 5 metres to 5 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.