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MarelinoSub

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4.3 12 species 37 contributors

MarelinoSub is a year-round Italian dive destination with 12 documented species observations and community video content.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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At a glance

Activity
dive
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Common octopus

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
4.8 kn
Wave
0.36 m
Water
26.7°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NNE (25%)
Now: NNE (14°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.33m

Today: High 01:00 (-0.42m), Low 08:00 (-0.52m)

+-0.4 m-0.7 m
▲ 01:00 · -0.42m ▼ 08:00 · -0.52m ▲ 16:00 · -0.42m ▼ 22:00 · -0.53m Now -0.4m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.7 · mod Air PM2.54 · good 07:02 19:21
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 5.1 0.36 6 1mm
09-20 6.1 0.16 6 0mm
09-21 9.1 0.18 6 0mm
09-22 6.8 0.6 6 0mm
09-23 10.1 0.62 6 1mm
09-24 11.7 0.42 5 0mm
09-25 13.9 0.22 2 0mm

About this spot

MarelinoSub offers diving opportunities along Italy's coast with accessible conditions for visiting divers. The site has generated interest within the diving community, with 12 species observations recorded and 3 community videos available to help you prepare for a visit. The spot is not located within a marine protected area, which means standard Italian diving regulations apply. Local conditions and marine life vary throughout the year, so checking recent community footage before your trip is worth the effort. You'll find that the location draws divers interested in exploring Italian underwater geography. Before heading out, connect with local dive operators or the community that has documented this site. The available videos and species records give you a sense of what to expect. Italy's dive season runs year-round, though planning around weather and local conditions remains important for safety and enjoyment.

📖 Guide: Diving in Italy: 74 Sites from Caves to Open Water

Best months

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

Marine life

Common octopus

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/F/L · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 48%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 1267km · ~291kg · €5

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 MarelinoSub year-round?

Yes, MarelinoSub is accessible for diving throughout the year. However, seasonal weather and water conditions will affect visibility and comfort. Check with local operators for current conditions before your visit.

What marine life has been documented at MarelinoSub?

12 species observations have been recorded at the site. Community videos and local diving records provide details on what you're likely to encounter. Contact local dive operators for the most current species sightings.

Is MarelinoSub inside a marine protected area?

No, MarelinoSub is not located within an MPA. Standard Italian diving regulations apply. Always follow local guidelines and respect the marine environment.

How do I get current information about diving at MarelinoSub?

Three community videos are available that show recent dives at the site. Local Italian dive shops can also provide up-to-date conditions, difficulty assessments, and depth information for planning your dive.

Operators near this spot

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

MarelinoSub

0 km
Dive centre
Speaks 🇬🇧 🇮🇹
Hours: Mo-Su 08:00-12:30 , 14:00-18:00

Aquanautic Elba

1.2 km
Dive centre

Mandel Diving Center

1.1 km
Dive centre

Il Corsaro

1.7 km
Dive centre

Freediving Elba Apnea Center

4.7 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Tauchen mit Marelinosub - Elba 2011

peugeotracing
💬 2 top comments
  • schönes video :) welcher tauchplatz ist das? war auch schon paar mal mit marelino unterwegs.. :)

    @SpacerForge · 👍 0
  • Oh ja, die Gabbiano mit Autopilot!

    @BjoernBrandElba · 👍 0

Il Giardino | Marelinosub | Divespot-Video

Tillmann Gscheidle

Free diving on Elba island Italy

Philipp Pfaller

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "I don't know how to (or if it is even possible) make the elevators connected properly with the other paths. the internal structure has 3 levels: the firts is a supermarket, the second has some shops and the third is actually La Centrale Gourmet, the restaurant. is it possible to show different layers based on the user's choice? I'd like to map the entire hospital too"

    Yan gritti · 2025-12-05
  • "multiple bus stops, there should be only two, one on every side of the road. I'm not sure how to handle it cause i might break the pubblic transport lanes and logic if there's one"

    Yan gritti · 2026-01-19
  • "https://www.openstreetmap.org/node/11007152035/history is it really amenity=bank and shop=kiosk at the same time?"

    Mateusz Konieczny · 2025-05-08
wind peaks Jan-Mar-Nov, calmest Jun-Aug-May, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jul (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (97/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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