

Best for intermediate divers, 8-15m, shore entry, mild current.
Pointe De Penharn on the Crozon Peninsula offers a shore-entry dive featuring a combination of reef, kelp forest, and drop-off topography. Divers can expect depths ranging from 8 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. The site is suited for intermediate divers due to the presence of cold water, potential surf, and entanglement hazards from the kelp. Visibility typically ranges between 5 and 10 metres, and currents are generally mild. Parking is available for site access. Typical dives at this location last approximately 45 minutes. The water temperature remains cool throughout the year, fluctuating between 11C and 14C.
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Check tide tables and exit before high tide when surge against the granite shore becomes dangerous.
Shore access is available, but exit timing is crucial as the surge against the granite shore intensifies with incoming tides.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-15m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
11-14°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Jul
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to specific hazards including cold water, surf, and potential entanglement in kelp.
The site features a depth range of 8 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Pointe De Penharn is a shore-entry dive site.
Divers should be prepared for cold water temperatures, surf conditions, and entanglement risks within the kelp forest.
Diving at Pointe De Penharn in Douarnenez requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Pointe De Penharn in Douarnenez. Water temperatures range from 11°C to 14°C.
The best months to visit Pointe De Penharn in Douarnenez are January, February, and July. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Pointe De Penharn in Douarnenez typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Pointe De Penharn in Douarnenez typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.