

Best for intermediate divers, 2-12m, boat entry.
Grotte du Renard is a cave and cavern site located in the Calanque de Morgiou. This site features depths ranging from 2 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 9 metres. Access is exclusively by boat. The site is characterised by its geological structure, which requires divers to maintain awareness of the overhead environment. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 30 metres, allowing ambient light to penetrate the shallower sections. Conditions are stable with no currents. Due to the confined nature of the cave system, this site is suitable for intermediate divers who possess the necessary technical training and equipment for overhead environments.
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Because the site is boat-access only, confirm your operator is familiar with the entry line and anchor protocols specific to cave sites, as positioning matters more here than at an open reef. Shore facilities at Cassis including parking, showers, and changing rooms make turnaround between dives straightforward.
The site is located in the 9th arrondissement of Marseille near Cap Morgiou.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 12m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-23°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
30 min
The site has a depth range of 2 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 9 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers with specific technical training and equipment for managing overhead environments.
Grotte du Renard is accessible by boat only.
Water temperatures range from 14C in the winter months to 23C in August.
Shore facilities are available in Cassis, including parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, rinse stations, air fills, and dive shops offering guided tours.
Diving at Grotte du Renard in Cassis requires the following certifications: Cave, Technical. Always dive within your training limits.