

Best for beginner divers, From 1m, shore entry, mild current.
Monumento Naturale La Frasca is a protected natural monument in the Tuscan Archipelago, characterised by a jagged rocky coastline and small inlets. The site features a seabed composed of rock formations and Posidonia seagrass meadows, providing a varied habitat for marine life. Snorkellers can access the water directly from the shore. Conditions are generally suitable for beginners, with mild currents and depths starting from one metre. Species recorded around this area include Mediterranean moray, wrasses, scorpionfish, Mediterranean violet aeolid, cow snail, painted comber, bream, Mediterranean cardinalfish, purple sea star, sea star, tompot blenny, flat crab, snail, and triplefin. Parking is available near the site for visitor convenience.
42.13710, 11.74780
The name La Frasca originates from fishermen placing and burning branches in the sea to mark the way to landings during poor visibility.
Located about 9 kilometres from the Port of Civitavecchia. From the North Gate, follow Strada della Torre Valdaliga to the intersection with Via S. Melchiorri, then turn left. Alternatively, from the SS1 Aurelia, turn into Via Ugo Fontanatetta and follow to the intersection with Via S. Melchiorri.
Recorded at this site
Depth
From 1m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
14-26°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include Mediterranean moray, wrasses, scorpionfish, Mediterranean violet aeolid, cow snail, painted comber, bream, Mediterranean cardinalfish, purple sea star, sea star, tompot blenny, flat crab, snail, and triplefin.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering mild currents and shallow depths starting from one metre.
The site is shallow, with depths starting from one metre.
This is a shore entry site.
Yes, this site is well-suited for snorkelling and holds a 4/5 rating.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Monumento Naturale La Frasca in Civitavecchia. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 26°C.
Monumento Naturale La Frasca in Civitavecchia typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.