

Best for beginner divers, 5-15m, shore entry, mild current.
Punta Sottile is an artificial reef site located on the Trieste coast, notable for the presence of an ancient Roman pier. This shore-entry dive is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 5 to 15 metres and an average depth of 10 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility between 15 and 30 metres. The site is regulated by the Trieste Coastal Police Ordinance. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, bream, painted comber, tompot blenny, and various jellyfish species such as the compass and barrel jellyfish. Be aware of boat traffic in the vicinity. Facilities including a cafe and toilets are available approximately 200 metres away during the summer months.
45.60540, 13.72179
Best lighting during mid-morning; consider wide-angle lenses for underwater landscapes.
The site is accessible from the shore.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-15m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
10-23°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, bream, painted comber, tompot blenny, and various jellyfish such as the compass and barrel jellyfish. Crabs are also very common, particularly between August and October.
Yes, Punta Sottile is suitable for beginner divers, offering depths between 5 and 15 metres with mild currents.
The site ranges from 5 to 15 metres in depth, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Yes, Punta Sottile is a shore-entry dive site.
Divers should remain cautious of boat traffic in the area.
Diving at Punta Sottile in Muggia requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Punta Sottile in Muggia. Water temperatures range from 10°C to 23°C.
The best months to visit Punta Sottile in Muggia are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Punta Sottile in Muggia typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Punta Sottile in Muggia typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.