

Best for beginner divers, Up to 6m, shore entry, mild current.
Calanque de Port d'Alon is a sheltered reef site located within a wooded valley. This shore-entry location is suitable for beginners, with depths reaching up to 6 metres. The site features mild currents, though divers should be aware of potential surf and sharp coral. Water temperatures fluctuate between 14C and 24C throughout the year, with conditions potentially cold in late spring. Species recorded around this area include common octopus, Mediterranean moray, European common cuttlefish, great barracuda, various wrasses, and several species of nudibranchs and flatworms. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, and showers.
43.14684, 5.70957
Access to the trail or to the cove may be prohibited depending on the fire risk, indicated by black or red flags.
Located between Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer and Bandol. Accessible by car with paid parking or by hiking from La Madrague or Bandol.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 6m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
14-24°C
Current
Mild
Yes, this site is rated as suitable for beginners due to its shallow depths and sheltered nature.
Species recorded around this area include common octopus, Mediterranean moray, great barracuda, European common cuttlefish, wrasses, and various nudibranchs.
The site reaches a maximum depth of 6 metres.
This is a shore-entry site.
Yes, the site is well-suited for snorkelling and holds a 4/5 rating for the activity.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Calanque de Port d'Alon in Bandol. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 24°C.
Calanque de Port d'Alon in Bandol typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.