

Best for beginner divers, 1-5m, shore entry, mild current.
Saint-Cado Islet Beach offers a shallow, shore-entry snorkeling experience in the Morbihan Islands. The site features a mix of reef and seagrass habitats, with depths typically ranging from 1 to 5 metres and an average of 2 metres. Conditions are generally mild, though visibility varies between 3 and 8 metres. Species recorded around this area include European Common Cuttlefish, Marbled Electric Ray, Conger Eel, various wrasses, Common Lobster, and crabs. The site is suitable for beginners and provides access to parking and a cafe nearby. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 10C in winter to 18C during the summer months.
47.68450, -3.18850
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 5m
Visibility
3-8m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
10-18°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include European Common Cuttlefish, Marbled Electric Ray, Conger Eel, wrasses, Common Lobster, crabs, and various invertebrates like flatworms and spirographs.
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginners due to its shallow depths and mild currents.
The depth ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 2 metres.
This is a shore entry site located at the beach.
Yes, the site is designated for snorkeling with a rating of 2/5.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Saint-Cado Islet Beach in Etel. Water temperatures range from 10°C to 18°C.
Saint-Cado Islet Beach in Etel typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Saint-Cado Islet Beach in Etel typically ranges from 3 metres to 8 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.