

Best for intermediate divers, 25-38m, boat entry, mild current.
La Merveilleuse 1 is a boat-access reef and wall site in Calanques National Park, offering a vertical topography between 25 and 38 metres. The site features mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Due to the significant depth, this site is suited for intermediate divers with solid buoyancy control and careful gas management. Divers should be mindful of sea urchins on the reef and wall surfaces. Species recorded around this area include common octopus, Mediterranean moray, wrasses, scorpionfish, and various nudibranchs such as the Cratena slug and tricolor doris. Air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours are available for those visiting the site.
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Sea urchins are present across the reef, so avoid contact with the wall when trimming your buoyancy, particularly at the deeper sections. Air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours are all available at the surface, so booking a guided dive is a sensible option if you are unfamiliar with the site's layout.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
25-38m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-19°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include common octopus, Mediterranean moray, wrasses, scorpionfish, conger eels, and various nudibranchs like the Cratena slug and tricolor doris.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the significant depth range of 25 to 38 metres.
The reef and wall structure sits between 25 and 38 metres.
La Merveilleuse 1 is a boat-access site; a boat is required to reach the location.
No, the site is a deep reef and wall dive ranging from 25 to 38 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at La Merveilleuse 1 in Bandol requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near La Merveilleuse 1 in Bandol. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at La Merveilleuse 1 in Bandol. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 19°C.
La Merveilleuse 1 in Bandol typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at La Merveilleuse 1 in Bandol typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.