

Best for intermediate divers, shore entry, mild current.
Matzel, located near Cadaques, offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring reef, wall, cave, and canyon formations. This shore-accessible site is suited to intermediate divers, with visibility typically ranging between 10 and 30 metres. While mild currents are standard, conditions can strengthen, particularly around the deeper wall and canyon sections. Divers should monitor local conditions closely and plan profiles according to their certification limits due to the significant depth. The site is available for night diving and provides comprehensive facilities, including parking, toilets, showers, and equipment rental. Water temperatures fluctuate from 13C in winter to 23C in summer, necessitating appropriate thermal protection.
42.28640, 3.29770
The site is accessible year-round from shore with parking, toilets, showers, and changing rooms on site, so there is no need to rush your post-dive rinse. Check current conditions before entering, as flows can strengthen beyond the usual mild baseline, particularly around the deeper sections of the wall and canyon.
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Recorded at this site
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
13-23°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of significant depth and the potential for strong currents.
The site is accessible via a shore entry.
The site features significant depth; divers must plan their profiles according to their specific certification limits.
Yes, the site is well suited for night diving.
While currents are usually mild, they can strengthen, especially around the deeper wall and canyon areas. Always check local conditions before entering the water.
Diving at Matzel in Cadaques requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Matzel in Cadaques. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Matzel in Cadaques. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 23°C.
Matzel in Cadaques typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Matzel in Cadaques typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.