

Best for intermediate divers, 34-39m, boat entry, mild current.
L'Espingole is a wreck dive located 400 metres offshore within Port-Cros National Park. The vessel rests at depths between 34 and 39 metres, requiring intermediate certification and deep diving qualifications. Access is exclusively by boat, typically departing from Cavalaire Sainte Maxime. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 13 and 20 degrees Celsius throughout the year, necessitating appropriate thermal protection. Due to the depth, careful planning of bottom time is essential. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, scorpionfish, Mediterranean moray, common octopus, and various bream species.
43.16145, 6.60407
The wreck is a torpedo-boat destroyer that sank in 1903 after hitting a shoal.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
34-39m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-20°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, scorpionfish, Mediterranean moray, common octopus, European common cuttlefish, conger eel, white seabream, and various invertebrates like spirograph and sea stars.
No, this site is for intermediate divers with deep diving qualifications due to the wreck's depth of 34 to 39 metres.
The wreck of L'Espingole lies at a depth of 34 to 39 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 400 metres from the shore.
No, this site is not suitable for snorkelling as the wreck lies at depths of 34 to 39 metres.
Diving at L Espingole in Saint-Tropez requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near L Espingole in Saint-Tropez. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at L Espingole in Saint-Tropez. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 20°C.
L Espingole in Saint-Tropez typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at L Espingole in Saint-Tropez typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.