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Fosse à Plonger

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Fosse à Plonger is a French dive site accessible year-round with active community content and recorded species sightings.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago

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Conditions today

Conditions

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Wind
0.9 kn
Wave
m
Water
—°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: N (46%)
Now: NNW (333°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0m
+0.0 m0 m+0.0 m
Now +0.0m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.05 · mod Air PM2.55 · good 07:21 19:43
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 4.9 5 0mm
09-20 5.4 5 0mm
09-21 10.8 5 0mm
09-22 11 5 0mm
09-23 6.1 5 0mm
09-24 6.4 4 0mm
09-25 4.5 5 0mm

About this spot

Fosse à Plonger is a dive destination in France that draws interest from the diving community throughout the year. The site has generated documented species observations and community video content, indicating regular visitation and underwater activity worth exploring. The spot operates outside a marine protected area, which affects local regulations and access policies. Divers planning a visit should confirm current conditions and any regional requirements before arrival, as site-specific details like depth, visibility, and seasonal patterns may vary. Community contributions—including video documentation and species records—provide real-world snapshots of what divers encounter at this location. These resources help build expectations around marine life and site characteristics. Fosse à Plonger suits divers seeking a French dive experience with year-round potential. Research recent trip reports and local diving guides before planning your visit to understand current conditions and what gear or skills suit the site best.

📖 Guide: Diving in France: 220 Sites From Alpine Lakes to Tropical Reefs

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 · 49%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 679km · ~156kg · €3

FAQ

Can I dive Fosse à Plonger year-round?

Yes, Fosse à Plonger is accessible year-round. However, conditions like water temperature, visibility, and weather may vary by season. Check recent local reports for the specific month you plan to visit.

What marine life has been observed at this site?

Species observations have been recorded at Fosse à Plonger, and community videos document underwater activity. Review available community content and recent dive reports to see what marine life is typically encountered.

Are there any permit or access requirements?

Fosse à Plonger is not inside a marine protected area, but you should verify current local regulations and any access rules before diving. Contact local dive operators or French maritime authorities for up-to-date requirements.

What depth and difficulty level is this site?

Specific depth and difficulty details are not standardized for this location. Consult community videos, recent trip reports, or local diving guides to understand the site's technical demands and depth profile.

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Verified marine species observations

2 records · 2 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Clausilia rugosa

Gastropoda · Clausiliidae
GBIF
Last seen:
12 Mar 2026
×1records

Cochlicopa lubrica

Gastropoda · Cochlicopidae
GBIF
Last seen:
12 Mar 2026
×1records

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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Diving Pool / Fosse de plongée

Sylvain Verlaine
💬 3 top comments
  • Got it ! ;-) I agree with you. Concerning HD...I can watch it only in ..."360 px".....my computer / graphic card are too old °_° ! So, it's in HD 720 px...for the others ! :-)) C U soon on U-tube ;-)

    @sylvainverlaine16 · 👍 0
  • Hey, Thank you Xavier...still my first fan ! ;-) Thanks for the thumbs up and the comment, even if I'm not sure to catch it... Do you mean that the video "isn't so interesting" before 3:05 ? Not absolutely wrong, but it's also a way to show my co-divers... Concerning the HD, it's in 720 px, because I used the 720p / 60 fps setting of the HD2, in order to get "slow motion" at the beginning. May

    @sylvainverlaine16 · 👍 0
  • O.K

    @JanuszWidlaENERGOWID · 👍 0

FOSSE AQUA 92 UCPA VILLENEUVE LA GARENNE EUROPE CLUB PLONGEE REIMS 08 AVRIL 2018

Fabien GIMONET

FOSSE AQUA 92 UCPA VILLENEUVE LA GARENNE EUROPE CLUB PLONGEE REIMS 07 AVRIL 2019

Fabien GIMONET

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "Forwarding anonymous report from #mapycom user, please verify: Deplacer rue dues bordes. https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/141614815"

    Pan Perníček · 2026-04-10
  • "La boite à livres https://www.openstreetmap.org/node/11635281073 a été signalée comme condamnée sur https://www.boites-a-livres.fr le 06/04/2025. À supprimer d'ici quelques temps si elle ne rouvre pas."

    symac · 2025-05-06
  • "I added here intermittent=yes on this lake. But perhaps, it's only dry because of works. Perhaps to be checked again later."

    anonymous · 2022-07-16
wind peaks Jan-Oct-Nov, calmest Jul-Sep-Aug, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

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