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La Reggia

3.9 — based on 19 community signals
4.2 12 species 18 contributors

La Reggia is a dive site near Santa Maria al Bagno, Italy, offering year-round access and 12 documented species observations for exploration.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
Water temp
13–26°C
Beginner-friendly

At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Depth
?–12 m
Water temp
13–26 °C
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

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Wind
4.1 kn
Wave
0.22 m
Water
27.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: N (34%)
Now: E (90°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.23m

Next: High at 06:00 (-0.45m)

+-0.4 m-0.7 m
▲ 06:00 · -0.45m ▼ 18:00 · -0.52m ▲ 23:00 · -0.51m ▼ 04:00 · -0.53m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.9 · mod Air PM2.56 · good 06:32 18:50
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 8 0.24 6 0mm
09-20 6.3 0.26 6 2mm
09-21 11.2 0.46 6 0mm
09-22 18.5 0.48 6 0mm
09-23 15 0.64 6 0mm
09-24 13.2 0.46 6 1mm
09-25 17.9 0.14 5 5mm
🌡 Water temp: Normal for Sep (13–26°C)

About this spot

La Reggia sits near Santa Maria al Bagno on Italy's coast, providing divers with a site that welcomes exploration throughout the year. The location has attracted enough attention to generate 12 recorded species observations, giving divers a sense of the marine life present. Three community videos document dives at the site, offering real-world perspective on what to expect. The site's year-round accessibility makes it a flexible choice for divers planning trips to the region. Whether you're a local or traveling to Italy specifically for diving, La Reggia can fit into your schedule without seasonal restrictions. The documented species sightings suggest a working ecosystem worth exploring. Community contributions—both video and species data—build a practical picture of La Reggia without hype. These records come from actual divers and observers, not marketing material. That transparency helps you decide if La Reggia fits your dive plans and interests.

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Best months

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

Dive types

Reef

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🤿 Pack: 5/4 mm full
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/F/L · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • 🤿 Wetsuit 5/4 mm full
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 1897km · ~436kg · €8

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 77/100
  • Visa: Visa-free · 90 days max
  • Flight: 7h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 6h east · 4 days recovery

FAQ

Can I dive La Reggia year-round?

Yes. La Reggia is accessible throughout the year, so you can plan dives whenever your schedule allows.

What marine life has been recorded at La Reggia?

Twelve species observations are documented at the site. Check community records and videos for specific marine life sightings before your dive.

Are there videos of La Reggia dives?

Three community videos exist showing dives at La Reggia. These provide real conditions and help you prepare for the site.

Is La Reggia inside a marine protected area?

No. La Reggia is not within an MPA, so standard regulations apply for the region.

See it live now

Live webcams at this spot (within 500 m). Windy.com

Operators near this spot

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

Costa Del Sud Diving Center

1.6 km
Dive centre

Oltremare diving center

7.9 km
Dive centre

Kalèpolis

8.3 km
Dive centre

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Diving at S.Maria al Bagno - Puglia (Italy) - Grotta Rosy, il Curvone, La Reggia

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