

Best for advanced divers, 22m, boat entry, mild current.
Petite Barge is a wreck dive located off Cap La Houssaye, resting at a constant depth of 22 metres. Accessible only by boat, this site is reserved for advanced divers due to the overhead environment and associated entanglement risks. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres, allowing for clear views of the structure. Water temperatures remain between 24 and 28 degrees Celsius throughout the year. The wreck is suitable for night diving, which offers a different perspective of the structure. Divers should maintain strict buoyancy control and situational awareness throughout the 50-minute dive. Carrying a torch is recommended, as interior sections lose ambient light quickly.
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Carry a torch even on daytime dives, as the interior sections lose ambient light quickly and the overhead environment makes navigation harder than it looks from outside. Night dives here reward the effort, so confirm availability with the dive shop when booking your boat slot.
The site is accessed by boat from the marina of Saint-Gilles-les-Bains.
Recorded at this site
Depth
22m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
No, this site requires an advanced certification due to the overhead environment and entanglement hazards present within the wreck.
The wreck sits at a constant depth of 22 metres.
Petite Barge is accessible only by boat.
No, this is a wreck dive located at 22 metres depth, intended for scuba divers with advanced certification.
The main hazards are the overhead environment and the risk of entanglement.
Diving at Petite barge in Saint-Gilles-les-Bains requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Petite barge in Saint-Gilles-les-Bains. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 28°C.
Petite barge in Saint-Gilles-les-Bains typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Petite barge in Saint-Gilles-les-Bains typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.