

Best for beginner divers, 11-38m, boat entry.
Rabiou, La Cathédrale is a marine dive site located in the Lérins Islands, France. The site features a varied topography with depths ranging from 11 to 38 metres. Access is exclusively by boat. Conditions vary throughout the year, with water temperatures fluctuating between 14C in the winter and 21C in August. The site is suitable for beginners, though depth management is required given the range. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, scorpionfish, Mediterranean moray, common octopus, European common cuttlefish, and various nudibranchs such as the giant doris, tricolor doris, and splendid elysia. Sea stars and flatworms are also present in the surrounding waters.
43.28533, 6.68337
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
11-38m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-21°C
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, scorpionfish, Mediterranean moray, common octopus, European common cuttlefish, giant doris, tricolor doris, splendid elysia, sea stars, and flatworms.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, although the depth range extends from 11 to 38 metres.
The depth at Rabiou, La Cathédrale ranges from 11 to 38 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; a boat is required to access the location.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallowest parts of the topography start at 11 metres, which may be deep for casual snorkelling.
Diving at Rabiou, La Cathédrale in Sainte-Maxime requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Rabiou, La Cathédrale in Sainte-Maxime. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 21°C.