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el Reggio

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4.4 12 species 42 contributors

El Reggio is a year-round dive site near Illa de la Pedrosa within a Spanish marine protected area, hosting diverse Mediterranean species and community-documented dives.

⭐ Best for beginners.

🐢 MPA · Parc Natural del Montgrí, les … updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
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Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions

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Wind
5.3 kn
Wave
0.3 m
Water
25.9°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: W (23%)
Now: WNW (289°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.21m

Next: Low at 05:00 (-0.56m)

+-0.4 m-0.7 m
▼ 05:00 · -0.56m ▲ 15:00 · -0.46m ▼ 23:00 · -0.57m ▲ 02:00 · -0.56m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.8 · mod Air PM2.54 · good 07:31 19:50
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 11 0.44 6 0mm
09-20 5.2 0.2 6 0mm
09-21 5.6 0.4 6 0mm
09-22 7.9 0.42 6 0mm
09-23 6.9 0.24 6 0mm
09-24 7.6 0.22 5 0mm
09-25 5.5 0.32 5 0mm

About this spot

El Reggio sits within the Parc Natural del Montgrí, les Illes Medes i el Baix Ter, a protected marine zone on Spain's Costa Brava. The site draws divers to explore the Mediterranean's rocky formations and established marine ecosystem. Protection status means the site maintains healthy populations of fish and invertebrates typical to the region. Local dive communities have logged 12 species observations and produced video documentation of the area. Year-round diving access makes El Reggio a reliable choice for planning trips without seasonal constraints. The site's location in an MPA ensures strict preservation rules and minimal environmental degradation compared to unprotected waters. Divers should expect the standard rigor and regulations that come with diving in protected Spanish waters.

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Best months

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

Dive types

ReefShore

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

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
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Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 1080km · ~248kg · €4

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 El Reggio year-round?

Yes. El Reggio is diveable throughout the year, making it a flexible choice for planning Mediterranean trips without worrying about seasonal closures.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings for El Reggio are not documented in available sources. Contact local dive operators or check recent community logs before planning your trip.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at El Reggio. As a protected site within the Parc Natural del Montgrí, les Illes Medes i el Baix Ter, it supports typical Mediterranean fauna in a healthy, regulated marine zone.

Do I need permits or special authorization?

El Reggio lies within a Spanish marine protected area. Check current regulations with local authorities or your dive operator, as MPA rules may restrict access, require permits, or mandate guided dives.

Operators near this spot

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

Complements Nàutics

2.9 km
Dive centre

Aqua Sports

3 km
Dive centre
Hours: Mo-Sa 09:00-21:00+

Xaloc Dive Center

3 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

27 records · 27 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Grampus griseus

Risso's dolphin
Mammalia · Delphinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
5 May 2024
×1records

Syllis garciai

Polychaeta · Syllidae
OBIS
Last seen:
3 Apr 2012
×1records

Pitar rudis

Bivalvia · Veneridae
OBIS
Last seen:
3 Apr 2012
×1records

Delphinidae

Dolphins
Mammalia · Delphinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Jan 2012
×1records

Abra nitida

Bivalvia · Semelidae
OBIS
Last seen:
27 Mar 2009
×1records

Spirastrella cunctatrix

Demospongiae · Spirastrellidae
OBIS
Last seen:
16 Sept 2005
×1records
Depth:
5–6 m

Chondrosia reniformis

Demospongiae · Chondrosiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Aug 2005
×1records
Depth:
6–8 m

Echinaster (Echinaster) sepositus

Asteroidea · Echinasteridae
OBIS
Last seen:
22 Jul 2005
×1records
Depth:
5–6 m

Leodice torquata

Polychaeta · Eunicidae
OBIS
Last seen:
24 Sept 2004
×1records
Depth:
15 m

Octopus salutii

Cephalopoda · Octopodidae
OBIS
Last seen:
28 May 1997
×1records
Depth:
413 m

Owenia fusiformis

Polychaeta · Oweniidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 May 1995
×1records

Chaetozone setosa

Polychaeta · Cirratulidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jun 1992
×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

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Buceando en el Constantin y el Reggio HD 720p

Eduardo Perez Bercoff

Diving "Reggio Messina" @ Costa del Montgri

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Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Sep (100/100) Worst: Nov (0/100) Now: Sep (100/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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