

Best for beginner divers, 1-5m, shore entry, mild current.
Batterie du Graillon is a shallow shore dive located on Île Sainte-Marguerite, featuring a combination of reef structures and seagrass beds. With an average depth of 3 metres and a maximum of 5 metres, it is suitable for beginners seeking an accessible dive. The site experiences mild currents, though conditions vary, and visibility can change between visits. Divers enter directly from the shore, where they should remain cautious of incoming surf and potential jellyfish. Facilities including parking, toilets, and showers are available on-site to assist with preparation and post-dive rinsing. Typical dives at this location last approximately 60 minutes.
43.50623, 6.95086
Check conditions before entering, as the surf and shore break at the entry can catch new divers off guard, and a calm day makes a real difference at this depth. The site has parking, toilets, and showers on site, so you can arrive and rinse off without any extra planning.
Boulevard John Fitzgerald Kennedy, Cap d'Antibes, Antibes, Grasse, Alpes-Maritimes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France métropolitaine, 06160, France.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 5m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
14-26°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth of 1 to 5 metres and mild currents.
The depth ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
This is a shore dive, with entry directly from the coast.
Divers should be aware of potential jellyfish and watch for incoming surf at the shore entry point.
The site provides parking, toilets, and showers for diver use.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Batterie du Graillon in Antibes. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 26°C.
Batterie du Graillon in Antibes typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.