

Best for intermediate divers, 20-30m, boat entry, strong current.
Le Gauss is a wreck dive located 14.8 kilometres off the Normandy Coast near Dieppe. The site rests at depths between 20 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Access is by boat only. Due to strong currents, divers must monitor tidal timings closely to ensure the site is diveable. The wreck presents an overhead environment with potential for entanglement, requiring careful gas management and the use of a surface marker buoy and dive knife. Visibility at the site typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres. Water temperatures vary from 9 to 19 degrees Celsius, necessitating appropriate thermal protection for this intermediate-level dive.
50.05945, 1.10250
The wreck is identified by a buoy named BERNEVAL and is located 19 miles from Saint-Valery-en-Caux.
The site is accessible by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-30m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
9-19°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
40 min
No, this site is suited for intermediate divers due to the depth, strong currents, and the presence of an overhead environment within the wreck.
The wreck lies at depths between 20 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Boat access is required to reach Le Gauss, which is located 14.8 kilometres from the shore.
Hazards include the significant depth, potential for entanglement within the wreck structure, overhead environment, and strong currents.
Divers should carry a surface marker buoy and a dive knife to manage the risks associated with the wreck structure and current.
Diving at Le Gauss in Dieppe requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Le Gauss in Dieppe can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Le Gauss in Dieppe typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.