

Best for intermediate divers, 8-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Cathédrale is defined by its dramatic vertical architecture, featuring a wall and drop-off that descends from 8 metres to 40 metres. The site includes cavern sections that create a cathedral-like scale, with an average depth of 25 metres. Visibility typically ranges from 15 to 25 metres, allowing divers to observe the relief of the reef and wall structure. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents and the significant depth. Water temperatures remain between 14 and 17 degrees Celsius, requiring appropriate thermal protection. Divers must monitor for boat traffic and deploy an SMB before ascending.
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Boat traffic is a real hazard at this site, so deploy your SMB before ascending and never surface directly under the boat entry point. Time your dive to avoid peak current, and confirm conditions with your skipper before descending, as the current can accelerate significantly around the deeper drop-off sections.
Quai Jean Jaurès, 83990 Saint-Tropez.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-40m
Visibility
15-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-17°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site features a wall and drop-off that ranges from 8 metres to 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
No, Cathédrale is intended for intermediate divers due to the significant depth, moderate currents, and the requirement for solid buoyancy control.
Access to Cathédrale is by boat only. Divers should coordinate with their skipper and be aware of boat traffic at the surface.
Hazards include boat traffic, significant depth, and moderate currents. Divers should deploy an SMB before ascending and avoid surfacing directly under the boat.
Diving at Cathédrale in Saint-Tropez requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Cathédrale in Saint-Tropez. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 17°C.
The best months to visit Cathédrale in Saint-Tropez are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Cathédrale in Saint-Tropez. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Cathédrale in Saint-Tropez typically ranges from 15 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.