

Best for advanced divers, 58-61m, boat entry, moderate current.
Le Heinkel is a technical wreck dive located off Cap Ferrat, resting on the seabed at depths between 58 and 61 metres. This site is strictly for advanced divers with deep diving qualifications due to the significant depth and the requirement for precise decompression management. Access is exclusively by boat, and divers must be prepared for moderate currents that necessitate strong buoyancy control. Visibility at the site ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Given the water temperatures, which fluctuate between 13°C and 18°C, a drysuit or a thick wetsuit with appropriate thermal protection is recommended. Local operators provide guided tours to assist with site navigation and current management.
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Boat access is the only option here, and guided tours are available through local operators who know the current patterns and can time the descent to give you the best conditions at depth. Water temperature drops to 13°C at the lower end, so a drysuit or a thick wetsuit with gloves and hood is worth the preparation.
Located off Cap Martin, accessible by boat from Menton.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
58-61m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-18°C
Current
Moderate
No, this site is intended for advanced divers only due to the extreme depth of 58 to 61 metres and the requirement for technical diving skills.
The wreck lies at a depth of 58 to 61 metres, with an average depth of 60 metres.
Le Heinkel is a boat-only dive site; boat access is required to reach the location.
Divers can expect moderate currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures vary seasonally from 13°C to 18°C.
Due to the significant depth, divers must maintain strict adherence to decompression protocols and monitor their computers constantly to manage moderate currents.
Diving at Le Heinkel in Menton requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Le Heinkel in Menton. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 18°C.