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Andromède

3.9 — based on 19 community signals
4.4 12 species 42 contributors

Andromède is a year-round dive site in France with 12 documented species observations and active community video coverage.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
3.6 kn
Wave
0.3 m
Water
22.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NNE (18%)
Now: NW (311°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.25m

Next: Low at 01:00 (-0.54m)

+-0.4 m-0.7 m
▼ 01:00 · -0.54m ▼ 05:00 · -0.59m ▼ 07:00 · -0.6m ▲ 16:00 · -0.48m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.45 · mod Air PM2.52 · good 07:27 19:47
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 9.3 0.32 5 0mm
09-20 8.3 0.08 5 0mm
09-21 9.7 0.16 6 0mm
09-22 8.1 0.24 5 0mm
09-23 8.6 0.16 5 0mm
09-24 10.8 0.12 5 0mm
09-25 9.5 0.2 5 0mm

About this spot

Andromède offers French divers a documented dive destination with measurable community engagement. The site has 12 recorded species observations, giving you a baseline understanding of what marine life inhabits the area. Three community videos provide visual reference before you plan your visit. The site sits outside a marine protected area, which may simplify access logistics compared to regulated zones. Year-round diving potential means you can plan trips across seasons, though local conditions vary. Community contributions suggest ongoing interest and regular visits. Before diving, contact local dive operators familiar with Andromède's specific conditions, depth, and current patterns. Water temperature, visibility, and difficulty ratings are best confirmed with recently active divers or shops near the site. The community video library is your best visual preparation tool.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/E/F · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 942km · ~217kg · €4

FAQ

Can I dive Andromède year-round?

Andromède is open to diving throughout the year. Confirm current conditions with local operators, as seasonal weather and water conditions vary in France.

What marine life is at Andromède?

The site has 12 documented species observations on record. Watch the three community videos and contact local dive shops for current sightings and species-specific information.

Do I need permits to dive here?

Andromède is not inside a marine protected area, which typically simplifies access. Verify any local regulations or operator requirements with dive shops in the region.

How deep is Andromède?

Depth and difficulty ratings are not currently documented. Contact local operators or experienced divers who have visited recently for specific depth and skill-level guidance.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Aventure plongée

0.1 km
Dive centre

Zone de Kite Surf

4.1 km
Kite school

OCTOPUS Ecole et club de plongée

4.2 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

DIVING Plongée Carnon Andromede Plongée Bio

ScubaDiving
💬 1 top comments
  • Amazing !

    @34ITALIA · 👍 0

IN TANTU PER U MEDITERRANIU : Andromède Océanologie : 20/10/2020

France 3 Corse ViaStella

231130 Marteaux sortie AN ST AN

AP Diving

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "Parking vélo non repertorié - Abris Abri avec Pince Roues au sol 2, P. Privé Commerce Capacité: 10 Photo·s et/ou informations disponibles ici: https://amenagements-cyclables.fr/fr/contributions/122999 (This note has been created from Geovelo)"

    Geovelo_Notes · 2026-05-11
  • "Parking vélo non repertorié - Abris Abri non Sécurisé avec lis 1 P. privé Commerce Capacité: 8 Photo·s et/ou informations disponibles ici: https://amenagements-cyclables.fr/fr/contributions/122997 (This note has been created from Geovelo)"

    Geovelo_Notes · 2026-05-11
  • "Aménagement cyclable non repertorié Tunnel de la Comédie Photo·s et/ou informations disponibles ici: https://amenagements-cyclables.fr/fr/contributions/121022 (This note has been created from Geovelo)"

    Geovelo_Notes · 2026-04-29
  • "Parking vélo non repertorié - Arceaux Arceaux vélos 4 Capacité: 4 Photo·s et/ou informations disponibles ici: https://amenagements-cyclables.fr/fr/contributions/116541 (This note has been created from Geovelo)"

    Geovelo_Notes · 2026-03-17
wind peaks Mar-Jul-Nov, calmest Aug-Dec-Sep, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)

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