

Best for intermediate divers, 15-40m, boat entry, mild current.
Saint Fereol is a marine site located 100 metres off Île Sainte-Marguerite, featuring a combination of natural reef and artificial structures. The site ranges from 15 to 40 metres in depth, with an average of 25 metres, making it suitable for intermediate divers. Visibility typically spans 10 to 30 metres. Divers must access the site by boat, and night diving is available. Conditions generally include mild currents, though these can increase. Hazards include sharp coral, rocky surfaces, and potential entanglement risks on the artificial structures. Divers should maintain good buoyancy control and check local conditions with their charter operator before descending.
43.50558, 7.06000
Current can spike without much warning, so check conditions with your charter operator before descending and plan your dive to keep the current in your favour on the return. The artificial reef sections carry real entanglement risks, so reef hooks and good buoyancy control are worth having sorted before you splash.
Access is by boat.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
15-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-21°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
No, the site is intended for intermediate divers due to the depth range of 15 to 40 metres and the presence of entanglement hazards.
The depth at Saint Fereol ranges from 15 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
This is a boat dive; access requires a boat charter, and divers must board and exit directly from the vessel.
Divers should be cautious of sharp coral and rocky surfaces, as well as entanglement risks associated with the artificial reef structures. Strong currents can also develop unexpectedly.
The site is primarily designed for diving, with depths starting at 15 metres, making it less suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Saint Fereol in Cannes requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Saint Fereol in Cannes. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 21°C.
Saint Fereol in Cannes typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Saint Fereol in Cannes typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.