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mARdEhIELO

3.9 — based on 17 community signals
4.3 12 species 36 contributors

mARdEhIELO offers year-round diving near Tarragona, Spain, with 12 documented species observations and active community video content.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
Water temp
13–23°C
Shore entry

At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Water temp
13–23 °C
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
3.1 kn
Wave
0.32 m
Water
26.3°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: S (23%)
Now: N (353°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.21m

Next: Low at 05:00 (-0.53m)

+-0.4 m-0.6 m
▼ 05:00 · -0.53m ▼ 07:00 · -0.54m ▲ 15:00 · -0.45m ▼ 16:00 · -0.46m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.9 · mod Air PM2.56 · good 07:39 19:57
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 8.2 0.32 6 0mm
09-20 6.6 0.22 6 0mm
09-21 9.7 0.32 6 0mm
09-22 6.3 0.28 6 0mm
09-23 7.8 0.2 6 0mm
09-24 9 0.14 5 0mm
09-25 7.3 0.14 4 0mm
🌡 Water temp: Normal for Sep (13–23°C)

About this spot

mARdEhIELO is a dive site accessible from Tarragona on Spain's northeastern coast. The site draws interest from the broader diving community, with 12 recorded species observations logged by divers and three community videos available for trip planning. The site operates year-round, making it a reliable option for divers visiting the Tarragona region across all seasons. While specific depth and difficulty data aren't published, the presence of consistent community engagement suggests the site appeals to a range of skill levels. Divers exploring mARdEhIELO contribute to a growing knowledge base about the area's marine life. Community-generated content—including video documentation—helps visiting divers understand conditions and expectations before entering the water. The Tarragona coast offers Mediterranean diving with good accessibility for both day trips and longer visits. Check locally for current conditions, weather, and any seasonal logistics before planning your dive.

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Best months

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

Dive types

ShoreReef

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 · 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 ↔ 1159km · ~267kg · €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 mARdEhIELO year-round?

Yes. mARdEhIELO is available for diving throughout the year, though seasonal conditions in the Mediterranean will vary. Always check local weather and sea state before heading out.

What marine life has been recorded at mARdEhIELO?

Twelve species observations have been logged by the diving community at this site. Review community video content and local dive guides for current wildlife encounter reports.

How do I access mARdEhIELO?

The site is near Tarragona, Spain. Coordinate with local dive operators or guides familiar with the area for current access routes, boat logistics, and any permits or regulations.

Is there community content available for mARdEhIELO?

Yes. Three community videos document the site, offering visual reference for conditions and marine life. These are useful for pre-dive research and planning.

Operators near this spot

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

Societat d'Exploracions Submarines de Tarragona

3 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

35 records · 25 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Acanthocardia tuberculata

Bivalvia · Cardiidae
GBIF
Last seen:
30 Jan 2026
×1records

Procambarus clarkii

Malacostraca · Cambaridae
GBIF
Last seen:
21 Jan 2026
×2records

Pomacea maculata

Gastropoda · Ampullariidae
GBIF
Last seen:
21 Jan 2026
×1records

Bivalvia

Bivalvia
OBIS
Last seen:
2 Aug 2021
×2records
Depth:
1 m

Pinna nobilis

Bivalvia · Pinnidae
OBIS
Last seen:
5 Aug 2017
×1records
Depth:
1 m

Gastropoda

Gastropoda
OBIS
Last seen:
10 Jul 2017
×1records
Depth:
6 m

Bivalvia

Bivalvia
OBIS
Last seen:
21 Sept 2015
×1records
Depth:
1 m

Pachygrapsus marmoratus

Malacostraca · Grapsidae
OBIS
Last seen:
13 Jul 2014
×1records

Clibanarius erythropus

Malacostraca · Diogenidae
OBIS
Last seen:
8 Aug 2013
×1records

Gastropoda

Gastropoda
OBIS
Last seen:
16 Oct 2012
×2records
Depth:
0–4 m

Calcinus tubularis

Malacostraca · Diogenidae
OBIS
Last seen:
19 Jul 2012
×1records

Bivalvia

Bivalvia
OBIS
Last seen:
2 Feb 2009
×1records
Depth:
0–4 m

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.

BUCEO TARRAGONA (MAR DE HIELO)

Amantes del Buceo

16 CEMENTERIO DE BARCOS CAMBRILS

Buceo mARdEhIELO

La Islita. Buceo mAR dE hIELO, Tarragona.

MañoBuceo

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "Oficina on organitzen, tallers seminaris, pràctiques. Nom: campus training"

    Uanraf · 2022-11-14
  • "Aquesta turbo rotonda se la sol dir com a "Turborotonda de Tarragona", "Turborotonda de la T-11" o més senzillament com a "la Turborotonda". Aquests noms, si bé crec que no oficials, són molt usats per referir-se a aquesta rotonda i s'haurien d'etiquetar perquè aplicacions els puguin usar. (A on anirien: a name= mateix, o a alt_name= o loc_name=?)"

    Xavizard Knight · 2026-01-31
  • "El tram de la T-11 que va des de la rotonda de les Gavarres fins a la Turborotonda té nom propi? Hi han diverses senyals de trànsit a l'A-7 i a prop de la turborotonda i de la rotonda de les Gavarres que hi posen diversos noms. Algunes senyals diuen que aquest tram central es diu "Avinguda Barris de Ponent" i altres diuen que aquesta via es diu "Via Europa". S'haurien d'etiquetar d'alguna forma aquests noms? Tots dos o sols un? Caldria mirar aviam si hi ha algun mapa o fonts oficials de quin s"

    Xavizard Knight · 2026-01-31
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jul (100/100) Worst: Feb (0/100) Now: Sep (95/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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