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Odyssub

3.9 — based on 18 community signals
4.4 12 species 48 contributors

Odyssub is a year-round dive destination in France's Pyrénées-Orientales region with documented marine life observations and community video coverage.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
Shore entry

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Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
5.1 kn
Wave
m
Water
—°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NW (33%)
Now: NW (313°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0m
+0.0 m0 m+0.0 m
Now +0.0m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.3 · mod Air PM2.53 · good 07:32 19:51
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 8.6 5 0mm
09-20 12.6 6 0mm
09-21 13.1 6 0mm
09-22 11.9 6 0mm
09-23 9.7 6 0mm
09-24 6.5 5 0mm
09-25 4.7 5 0mm

About this spot

Odyssub sits in France's Pyrénées-Orientales department, offering dive access throughout the year. The site has attracted enough diver interest to generate 12 documented species observations and 3 community videos, indicating active exploration and a growing pool of firsthand accounts. While specific depth, difficulty, and water temperature data aren't currently catalogued, the volume of species records suggests a site with enough marine activity to warrant repeat visits. Odyssub does not fall within a Marine Protected Area, which may affect regulations or conservation status relative to nearby sites. The lack of standardized environmental data shouldn't discourage reconnaissance—local conditions shift seasonally, and community contributions continue to build the site's profile. Divers planning trips should verify current conditions with local sources and check water status before booking.

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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 · 48%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 1011km · ~233kg · €4

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Odyssub?

Odyssub is accessible year-round, so seasonal planning depends on your tolerance for water conditions and preference. Check recent community reports and local weather before committing.

What depth and difficulty level is Odyssub?

Depth and difficulty ratings are not currently documented for Odyssub. Contact local dive operators or review community videos to assess conditions before your visit.

What marine life can I expect at Odyssub?

Twelve species observations are on record for Odyssub, confirming biological activity at the site. Review available community videos and local logs for specifics on what species divers have encountered.

Do I need permits or special access to dive Odyssub?

Odyssub is not within a Marine Protected Area, but always verify local regulations with French maritime authorities and nearby dive shops before your visit.

Operators near this spot

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

Odyssub

0 km
Dive centre
Hours: Tu-Sa 09:30-12:00,14:30-19:00

Wave Surf Café

5 km
Surf school
Hours: Mo-Su 10:00-21:00

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

2 records · 2 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Armadillo officinalis

Malacostraca · Armadillidae
GBIF
Last seen:
2 Jan 2026
×1records

Solatopupa similis

Gastropoda · Chondrinidae
GBIF
Last seen:
2 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.

Un 14 de Septembre...Odyssub

Odyssub

Polynésie 2009, la totale, par ODYSSUB !

Patrice Eloi

Tauchen auf Fakarava

WernerLau
wind peaks Mar-Apr-Nov, calmest Sep-Oct-Dec, 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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