

Best for beginner divers, 14-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Pointe de Pomegue, located off Île Maïre, offers a diverse underwater environment combining natural reef, seagrass beds, and artificial reef structures. Divers can explore depths ranging from 14 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. This site is suitable for beginners and requires boat access. Marine life recorded here includes wrasses, common octopus, tompot blenny, Mediterranean cardinalfish, abalone, and various sea stars and brittle stars. Water temperatures fluctuate between 13 and 18 degrees Celsius, necessitating appropriate thermal protection during cooler months.
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Check locally for current boat operator options and any seasonal access restrictions before you travel. Bring a wetsuit rated for 13 degrees Celsius if you plan to dive in winter or early spring, as the water can feel cold at depth.
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No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
14-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-18°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Divers regularly encounter wrasses, common octopus, tompot blenny, Mediterranean cardinalfish, abalone, sea stars, brittle stars, crabs, and bream. Other species such as Cratena slug, tricolor doris, and mauve stinger are also recorded.
Yes, the site features mild currents and manageable conditions, making it a suitable location for beginner divers.
The site ranges from 14 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to reach the site, which is located 1500 metres from the shore.
While the site is primarily used for diving at depths of 14 to 30 metres, boat-based snorkelling may be possible depending on local operator policies.
Diving at Pointe de Pomegue in Marseille requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Pointe de Pomegue in Marseille. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 18°C.
The best months to visit Pointe de Pomegue in Marseille are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Pointe de Pomegue in Marseille typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Pointe de Pomegue in Marseille typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.