

Best for beginner divers, 5-15m, shore entry, mild current.
Jardins de Sausset is a shore-entry reef and drop-off site located at the Frioul Islands. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Visibility is variable, typically between 10 and 30 metres, and currents remain mild. This location is suitable for beginners and supports night diving. Divers should exercise caution during entry and exit, as sea urchins are present in the shallow areas. Facilities on site include showers and a rinse station for equipment maintenance. The topography offers a straightforward environment for divers to navigate the reef and slope.
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Showers and a rinse station are available on site, so you can pack light without worrying about a salt-crusted drive home. Watch where you place your hands and feet on entry and exit, as sea urchins are common along the shore approach.
From Marseille, take the A55 towards Martigues, exit at Sausset-les-Pins, head to the port, then follow signs for La Couronne. Park along the road near the emerging rocks. Access is via stairs to a beach.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-15m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
13-20°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the manageable depths and mild currents.
The site ranges from 5 to 15 metres deep, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Jardins de Sausset is a shore-entry dive site.
Sea urchins are present in the entry area and across the reef. It is recommended to shuffle your feet when moving through the shallows and watch where you place your hands.
Yes, the site is suitable for night diving.
Diving at Jardins de Sausset in Sausset-les-Pins requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Jardins de Sausset in Sausset-les-Pins. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 20°C.
The best months to visit Jardins de Sausset in Sausset-les-Pins are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Jardins de Sausset in Sausset-les-Pins typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Jardins de Sausset in Sausset-les-Pins typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.