

Best for advanced divers, 40-48m, boat entry, mild current.
The Dornier 24 is a German flying boat wreck resting on a sandy bottom in the Calanques National Park. This advanced dive site sits at depths between 40 and 48 metres, requiring careful management of decompression obligations and gas consumption. Visibility at the site is highly variable, ranging from 5 to 30 metres, and water temperatures fluctuate between 13 and 18 degrees Celsius. Access is strictly by boat, and divers should be prepared for the risks of nitrogen narcosis at these depths. The airframe serves as an artificial reef structure in the marine environment.
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Book a boat with a dive shop that provides on-board air fills, as multiple deco stops on the ascent make redundant gas planning essential. Check visibility forecasts locally before committing, since the wide 5 to 30 metre range means conditions vary considerably and a poor-vis day at this depth adds real risk.
Boat access is required to reach this site located off the French Riviera.
Recorded at this site
Depth
40-48m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-18°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
No, this site is intended for advanced divers only due to the significant depth of 40 to 48 metres and the associated decompression requirements.
The wreck lies on a sandy bottom at depths ranging from 40 to 48 metres, with an average depth of 47 metres.
No, the Dornier 24 requires boat access. Divers should book with a local dive shop that provides boat transport and on-board air fills.
Visibility ranges from 5 to 30 metres, and water temperatures vary between 13 and 18 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
The main hazards include decompression obligations, the risk of nitrogen narcosis at depth, and variable visibility. Divers must monitor gas consumption and bottom time closely.
Diving at Dornier 24 in Toulon requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Dornier 24 in Toulon. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 18°C.
The best months to visit Dornier 24 in Toulon are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.