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Crégols

3.6 — based on 9 community signals
4.1 8 species 10 contributors

Crégols is a French dive site within the Parc naturel régional des Causses du Quercy, offering year-round diving access in a protected natural region.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

🐢 MPA · Parc naturel régional des Caus… updated 4 months ago

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Wind
1 kn
Wave
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—°C
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Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NW (25%)
Now: WNW (292°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0m
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UV5.5 · mod Air PM2.53 · good 07:36 19:56
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09-19 4.8 6 0mm
09-20 5.8 5 0mm
09-21 8.7 5 0mm
09-22 5.5 5 0mm
09-23 9.5 5 0mm
09-24 7.9 5 0mm
09-25 9.6 5 0mm

About this spot

Crégols sits within the Parc naturel régional des Causses du Quercy, a protected natural area in France. The site benefits from its location in this regional park, which means the dive environment is managed as part of a larger conservation effort. Year-round access makes it a reliable option for divers planning trips to this region of France. The site has generated interest among the diving community, with species observations and community video content available. This local activity shows there is an active dive community around Crégols. The protected status of the park indicates the site is part of a regulated diving area where environmental stewardship is a priority. Divers interested in Crégols should verify current access conditions and any local regulations before planning a trip. The presence of community documentation suggests other divers have explored the site and shared their experiences, making it a worthwhile addition to a French diving itinerary.

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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 ↔ 796km · ~183kg · €3

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Crégols?

Crégols can be dived year-round. Plan your trip based on your schedule and local weather conditions in the Causses du Quercy region.

What marine life can I expect at Crégols?

The site has documented species observations available. Check community records and local dive guides for specific species lists before your visit.

Is Crégols in a protected area?

Yes. Crégols lies within the Parc naturel régional des Causses du Quercy. Diving here is subject to regional park regulations designed to protect the natural environment.

How do I access Crégols and are permits required?

Contact local dive operators or the park authority for current access information and any required permits. Being inside a protected regional park, there may be specific guidelines for divers.

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Verified marine species observations

1 records · 1 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Platyarthrus hoffmannseggii

Malacostraca · Platyarthridae
GBIF
Last seen:
1 Mar 2026
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Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

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Emergence de Crégols | Tauchen | Lot Cave Diving | Höhlentauchen | Sidemount

Scuba Raber

Plongée souterraine à Crégols

CDPS 73

France - Emergence de Cregols, beginning to end (long version)

Cave Porn

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