

Best for intermediate divers, 6-10m, shore entry, moderate current.
Port Melin is a sheltered inlet on the Île de Groix, featuring a diverse underwater topography of rocky walls, reefs, and kelp forests. The site offers an average depth of 8 metres, with a range between 6 and 10 metres. Divers and snorkellers can explore the steep rocky walls that provide a vertical habitat for sponges and kelp. Access is via the shore, and the site is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents. Water temperatures fluctuate between 10C and 17C throughout the year. Typical dives last approximately 30 minutes.
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Depth
6-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
10-17°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
There is no specific data regarding the marine life present at this site.
The site is classified as suitable for intermediate divers, primarily due to the presence of moderate currents.
The site ranges from 6 to 10 metres in depth, with an average depth of 8 metres.
Port Melin is accessed via the shore.
Yes, the site is rated 4/5 for snorkelling.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Port Melin in Groix. Water temperatures range from 10°C to 17°C.
The best months to visit Port Melin in Groix are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Port Melin in Groix. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.