

Best for intermediate divers, 3-32m, boat entry, mild current.
Pikatxilla is a combined wall and wreck dive located in the Cantabric Sea near San Sebastian. The site features a vertical profile dropping from 3 to 32 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Divers encounter a mix of wall topography and wreck structures, which require caution due to entanglement risks. Conditions include mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 10 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 12C and 19C throughout the year, necessitating appropriate thermal protection. Given the depth and potential for variable visibility, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Boat access is required, and divers should monitor the sea state for surf conditions before entry.
43.34003, -1.96915
Boat access means you can time your entry around the shore break, but check sea state before committing as surf conditions at the entry point can change quickly. Carry a surface marker buoy and a torch for the wreck sections, even though night diving is not offered here, since visibility can drop and the structure gets dark.
Located at the tip of Mompas, near Zurriola beach, about 10 minutes by boat from the embarkation point.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-32m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
12-19°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
The site ranges from 3 to 32 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
No, Pikatxilla is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth, potential for strong currents, and entanglement risks on the wreck.
Boat access is required to reach Pikatxilla. Divers should check the sea state for surf conditions before committing to the dive.
Hazards include the 32-metre depth, entanglement risks within the wreck, variable visibility, strong currents, and potential surf at the entry point.
Diving at Pikatxilla in Donostia / San Sebastián requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Pikatxilla in Donostia / San Sebastián. Water temperatures range from 12°C to 19°C.
Pikatxilla in Donostia / San Sebastián typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Pikatxilla in Donostia / San Sebastián typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.