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Kemperle Activités Subaquatiques

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4.2 12 species 21 contributors

Kemperle Activités Subaquatiques in Doëlan, France offers year-round diving with local expertise and 12 documented species observations.

⭐ 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
7.2 kn
Wave
1.04 m
Water
17.1°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NE (25%)
Now: SW (229°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 3.84m

Next: Low at 04:00 (-1.08m)

+1.5 m0 m-2.3 m
▼ 04:00 · -1.08m ▲ 10:00 · +0.24m ▼ 17:00 · -1.06m ▲ 23:00 · -0.04m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV3.95 · mod Air PM2.56 · good 07:56 20:18
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 9.8 1.06 4 0mm
09-20 7.2 0.94 5 0mm
09-21 8.4 0.86 5 0mm
09-22 8.3 0.62 5 0mm
09-23 7.4 1.1 4 0mm
09-24 5.7 1.06 5 0mm
09-25 4.3 1.9 5 0mm

About this spot

Kemperle Activités Subaquatiques operates from Doëlan, a coastal village in Brittany with strong maritime tradition. The operation provides access to the waters around this region, where divers can encounter diverse Atlantic marine life. The site has attracted 12 documented species observations from the diving community, indicating solid biodiversity in the area. Year-round diving is possible here, making it accessible whether you visit in summer or winter. Water conditions vary seasonally, but local operators understand the site well and work with prevailing conditions. The area is not within a marine protected area, so regulations are standard for French coastal diving. Three community videos document dives at this location, giving you a preview of what to expect underwater. Before booking, contact the operator directly for current water temperature, visibility, and depth information specific to your planned dates. Brittany's Atlantic coast has a strong diving culture, and local knowledge is essential for safe, rewarding dives.

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Best months

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

Dive types

ShoreBoat

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 ↔ 470km · ~108kg · €2

FAQ

When is the best time to dive at Kemperle Activités Subaquatiques?

The operation offers year-round diving. Conditions vary by season—summer typically brings warmer water and better visibility, while winter offers calmer seas in some conditions. Contact the operator for specific seasonal recommendations based on your experience level.

What depth and difficulty level is this dive site?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not documented. Contact Kemperle Activités Subaquatiques directly to confirm dive depths and course requirements for your skill level.

What marine life will I see?

The site has 12 documented species observations. Atlantic marine life typical of Brittany's coast is present. Ask the operator about recent sightings and seasonal variations when booking your dive.

Do I need permits or certifications to dive here?

Standard French diving regulations apply. Contact the operator to confirm current requirements, certification levels accepted, and any paperwork needed before your dive.

Operators near this spot

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

Base de Surf

3.5 km
Surf school

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Verified marine species observations

21 records · 16 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Talitrus saltator

Malacostraca · Talitridae
GBIF
Last seen:
24 Jan 2026
×1records

Acanthocardia tuberculata

Bivalvia · Cardiidae
GBIF
Last seen:
19 Jan 2026
×1records

Marthasterias glacialis

Asteroidea · Asteriidae
GBIF
Last seen:
18 Jan 2026
×1records

Carcinus maenas

Malacostraca · Carcinidae
GBIF
Last seen:
13 Jan 2026
×3records

Actinia equina

Anthozoa · Actiniidae
GBIF
Last seen:
13 Jan 2026
×3records

Sepia officinalis

Cephalopoda · Sepiidae
GBIF
Last seen:
13 Jan 2026
×2records

Littorina obtusata

Gastropoda · Littorinidae
GBIF
Last seen:
13 Jan 2026
×1records

Aplysia fasciata

Gastropoda · Aplysiidae
GBIF
Last seen:
13 Jan 2026
×1records

Actinia fragacea

Anthozoa · Actiniidae
GBIF
Last seen:
13 Jan 2026
×1records

Clibanarius erythropus

Malacostraca · Diogenidae
GBIF
Last seen:
12 Jan 2026
×1records

Raja montagui

Elasmobranchii · Rajidae
GBIF
Last seen:
10 Jan 2026
×1records

Cancer pagurus

Malacostraca · Cancridae
GBIF
Last seen:
10 Jan 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

YouTube videos — click to play.

Playing hockey while holding your breath, underwater, is called underwater hockey.

France 3 Grand Est
💬 2 top comments
  • Pour info, vous avez déjà posté un reportage sur ça il y a 3 ans sur cette même chaine..

    @Dean_Youngblood · 👍 0
  • Ok ce soir

    @michelraphael1809 · 👍 0

Cap sur la plongée archéologique à Cap Découverte dans le Tarn

France 3 Occitanie

Pyrénées-Orientales : stage d'apnée aux côtés du triple champion du monde, Morgan Bourc'his

France 3 Occitanie

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "Magazine Penn ar Bed no 178 : "Rénovation du pont de Kervidanou octobre 2025 pour sécuriser le franchissement de la RN165. Ces travaux ont été l’occasion de reprendre la chaussée entre les giratoires de Soweto et de Chicago, et d’aménager deux pistes cyclables unidirectionnelles permettant de sécuriser les déplacements à vélo.""

    josmougn · 2026-03-30
  • "un waterway=river qui se jette dans un waterway=stream, il y a une sacrée évaporation, d'autant que le stream ne se jette pas dans le Bélon mais s'évapore complètement. Moëlan-sur-Désert ?"

    trial · 2025-12-16

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