

Best for intermediate divers, 8-21m, boat entry.
Les Trois Moines is a reef and artificial reef site located off the coast of Cerbère, France. The site is suitable for intermediate divers, with depths ranging from 8 to 21 metres and an average depth of 18 metres. Access is by boat only. Divers can encounter a variety of marine life, including very common wrasses and bream, as well as common Tompot Blenny and White Seabream. Less frequently, divers may spot Mediterranean Moray, Common Octopus, scorpionfish, and various nudibranchs such as the Tricolor Doris and Felimare orsinii. Water temperatures fluctuate between 13C and 20C throughout the year. Dive shops in the area provide air fills, boat charters, and guided tours.
42.47210, 3.15850
Privilégier les plongées du matin car la mer est de meilleure qualité.
Sortir de Banyuls par la RD 114, prendre la route vers la station d'épuration, continuer la piste jusqu'au parking. Suivre le chemin à pied jusqu'à une petite crique pour la mise à l'eau.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-21m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-20°C
Typical Dive
28 min
Divers regularly encounter wrasses, bream, Tompot Blenny, and White Seabream. Less common sightings include Mediterranean Moray, Common Octopus, scorpionfish, and various species of sea slugs and flatworms.
No, Les Trois Moines is classified as suitable for intermediate divers.
The site has a depth range of 8 to 21 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site.
The site is primarily designated for diving, and given the average depth of 18 metres, it is better suited for scuba activities.
Diving at Les Trois Moines in Banyuls-sur-Mer requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Les Trois Moines in Banyuls-sur-Mer. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 20°C.