

Best for intermediate divers, 25-51m, boat entry, strong current.
Tombant du Belge is a challenging wall dive located off the Crozon Peninsula, featuring a steep drop-off that descends from 25 to 51 metres. Due to the offshore location and strong currents, this site is strictly for intermediate to advanced divers and requires boat access. Divers should anticipate visibility between 5 and 10 metres, necessitating close-up inspection of the wall structure. Water temperatures remain cool, ranging from 10 to 12 degrees Celsius throughout the year, making a drysuit or thick wetsuit essential. Given the significant depths, divers must maintain strict awareness of nitrogen narcosis and time their entry to coincide with slack water to manage the powerful currents.
48.33570, -4.60110
Time your entry to coincide with a manageable tidal window, as the current can be powerful enough to make the dive unworkable outside slack water. Access is by boat only, so confirm current timings with your local dive operator before committing to a schedule.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
25-51m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
10-12°C
Current
Strong
No, this site is intended for intermediate to advanced divers due to the significant depth of 25 to 51 metres and the presence of strong currents.
The wall drops from a depth of 25 metres down to 51 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; you must arrange transport via a local dive operator.
No, this site is not suitable for snorkelling due to the depth of the wall and the strong currents.
The main hazards include the deep profile, the risk of nitrogen narcosis, and strong currents that require careful tidal planning.
Diving at Tombant du Belge in Brest requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Tombant du Belge in Brest. Water temperatures range from 10°C to 12°C.
Tombant du Belge in Brest can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Tombant du Belge in Brest typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.