

Pointe Pilonne is a shore-entry reef dive located at Cap Ferrat on the French Riviera. The site features a rocky structure situated in shallow water, providing a straightforward entry for divers. Conditions at the site are variable, with visibility and currents shifting depending on recent weather and the season. Water temperatures fluctuate between 14C in winter and 26C in summer, making a thicker wetsuit advisable during cooler months. As facilities are not guaranteed on site, divers should arrive self-sufficient with all necessary equipment. The site is suitable for newer divers looking to build confidence in open water, though local conditions should always be checked prior to entry.
43.69138, 7.32030
At 42m, divers may look around to find an anchor of an eighteenth century ship.
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No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 0m
Water Temp
14-26°C
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Yes, the site is accessible for newer divers building confidence in open water.
Pointe Pilonne is a shore-entry dive site.
The site is a shallow reef, which allows for snorkelling activities.
Water temperatures range from 14C in the winter months to 26C during the summer.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Pointe Pilonne in Nice. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 26°C.
The best months to visit Pointe Pilonne in Nice are May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.