

Best for intermediate divers, 15-42m, shore & boat entry, moderate current.
Baume Rousse at Île Maïre offers a diverse underwater environment featuring a wall, reef, cave system, and artificial reef structure. Divers can explore depths ranging from 15 to 42 metres, making this site suitable for intermediate divers with advanced certification. Conditions include moderate currents and variable visibility, requiring careful monitoring of depth to manage nitrogen narcosis risks. The cave sections present potential entanglement hazards, so a torch is recommended. Entry is possible via both shore and boat. Water temperatures remain between 13 and 16 degrees Celsius throughout the year, necessitating appropriate thermal protection.
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Check current and visibility conditions locally before committing to the deeper sections, as both can change quickly on this part of the Riviera coast. An advanced open water certification is required, and given the depth and cave features, a torch is strongly advisable even though night diving is not permitted.
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Depth
15-42m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
13-16°C
Current
Moderate
The site features a depth range of 15 to 42 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers and requires an advanced open water certification.
Access to the site is possible via both shore and boat entry.
Hazards include significant depth, moderate currents, and entanglement risks within the cave sections.
Diving at Baume Rousse in Marseille requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Baume Rousse in Marseille. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 16°C.
Expect moderate currents at Baume Rousse in Marseille. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.