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La virgule

4.1 — based on 24 community signals
4.2 12 species 24 contributors

La Virgule is a French dive site offering year-round access with documented marine life observations and community video records.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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At a glance

Activity
dive
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Nudibranch

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
8.3 kn
Wave
2.38 m
Water
26.3°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: S (38%)
Now: S (185°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.31m

Today: High 00:00 (+0.63m), Low 06:00 (+0.55m)

+0.8 m+0.5 m
▲ 00:00 · +0.63m ▼ 06:00 · +0.55m ▲ 11:00 · +0.6m ▼ 17:00 · +0.53m Now +0.6m
Fri 18Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24
UV8.6 · very high Air PM2.510 · good 05:50 17:53
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-18 9.5 2.56 9 0mm
09-19 3.6 2.18 7 0mm
09-20 4.9 1.66 6 4mm
09-21 5.9 1.3 7 2mm
09-22 5.6 1.38 9 7mm
09-23 3.9 2.16 9 11mm
09-24 4 2.18 9 13mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions

About this spot

La Virgule is a dive destination located in France, accessible throughout the year for exploration. The site has attracted community interest, with 12 recorded species observations and 3 video contributions from visiting divers, suggesting reliable marine activity and reasonable visibility for documentation. While specific depth, difficulty, and water temperature data aren't published, the site's year-round diving window makes it a flexible option for French divers. The species observations indicate healthy biodiversity, though coral bleaching status warrants monitoring—a reminder to check current conditions before planning your visit. Community videos are available online, offering firsthand insight into what to expect. These resources can help you gauge your skill level and prepare appropriate gear. La Virgule is not located within a marine protected area, so standard French diving regulations apply. Best suited for divers seeking a local French site with documented marine interest and community feedback to reference.

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Best months

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

Marine life

Nudibranch

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 · 48%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 15370km · ~3535kg · €64

FAQ

What's the best time to dive La Virgule?

La Virgule is diveable year-round. Check recent community videos and reports before booking to confirm current conditions and visibility.

What depth and difficulty level is La Virgule?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings aren't published for this site. Review the 3 available community videos to assess what the dive involves and match it to your certification level.

What marine life will I see?

12 species observations have been documented at La Virgule. Community videos provide visual confirmation of what's commonly spotted. Coral bleaching status is under watch, so expect variable reef health depending on season.

Do I need permits or special access?

La Virgule is not within a marine protected area, so standard French diving regulations apply. Always check with local dive operators for any regional requirements or access updates.

Operators near this spot

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

Eleuthera Plongée

5.1 km
Dive centre
Hours: 07:00-17:30

Ecole de plongée de Tahiti

8.5 km
Dive centre
Hours: Mo-Su 07:30-17:00

Epave Catalina

0.5 km
Dive centre

Vallée des requins

0.8 km
Dive centre

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

La virgule | Français | Alloprof

Alloprof
💬 3 top comments
  • alloprof pour apprendre des choses le 31 octobre halloween 🎃

    @SkyJean-yl1nt · 👍 3
  • merci pour cette video elle ma beaucoup aidé MERCI !!!! 😊😊

    @girlsdiy9233 · 👍 8
  • Merci,ça m’a beaucoup aidé

    @therealfr4nck742 · 👍 7

La virgule : clarifier et structurer vos phrases (Leçon 16)

lamachineaecrire

French course on punctuation: the comma and the semicolon

digiSchool Orientation
💬 3 top comments
  • Merci beaucoup, mon fils qui est en IEF (Instruction En Famille) voulait s'informer sur les ";" et nous avons trouvé votre vidéo très explicite. Il a tout compris !

    @noracosquer5633 · 👍 2
  • Merci maman tu es une si gentille prof je t'aime

    @kamyasaini011 · 👍 3
  • Merci grâce à vous j'ai réussi mon devoir

    @lefantome9517 · 👍 2
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Oct (100/100) Worst: Feb (0/100) Now: Sep (99/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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