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Épave Afrique

3.2 — based on 8 community signals

Épave Afrique is a shipwreck dive site in France accessible year-round with documented community video content.

⭐ Best for advanced divers.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Avanzado
WreckBoatOnly

De un vistazo

Actividad
dive
Dificultad
advanced
Mejores meses
Todo el año

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
7 kn
Olas
1.7 m
Agua
19.2°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NE (29%)
Now: WSW (257°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 3.89m

Hoy: Alta 10:00 (+0.24m), Baja 04:00 (-1.1m)

+1.5 m0 m-2.4 m
▼ 04:00 · -1.1m ▲ 10:00 · +0.24m ▼ 17:00 · -1.1m ▲ 23:00 · -0.02m Ahora -0.4m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV5.25 · mod Aire PM2.55 · good 07:51 20:12
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 7.2 1.78 5 0mm
09-20 16.1 1.4 5 0mm
09-21 14.3 1.4 5 0mm
09-22 16.3 1.16 5 0mm
09-23 13.3 1.42 4 0mm
09-24 13.1 1.42 5 0mm
09-25 8.5 1.98 5 0mm

About this spot

Épave Afrique is a wreck dive located in French waters. The site draws divers interested in exploring submerged vessels and the marine habitats that develop around them over time. The wreck structure provides distinct terrain features and the chance to observe how artificial reefs form on sunken ships. Access to this site is possible throughout the year, making it a reliable option for wreck diving in France. The location is not within a marine protected area, which may affect regulations and site management. Community members have documented dives at Épave Afrique with video footage, offering visual reference for planning a visit. Divers should connect with local dive operators in the region for current conditions, specific technical requirements, and any seasonal considerations. Video documentation from other divers can provide insight into the wreck's structure and what to expect underwater. Wreck diving requires appropriate training and equipment, and local knowledge is essential for safe exploration.

📖 Guía: Buceo en Francia: 220 Lugares Desde Lagos Alpinos Hasta Arrecifes Tropicales

Mejores meses

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

Tipos de buceo

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Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

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
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 676km · ~155kg · €3

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Épave Afrique?

This site is accessible year-round in French waters. Local dive operators can advise on seasonal conditions, visibility, and water temperature to help you plan your visit.

What is the depth and difficulty level?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings for this wreck are not widely documented. Contact local dive operators near the site for detailed information about entry points, penetration options, and required training.

What marine life can I expect to see?

Wreck sites attract fish species that shelter in the structure and surrounding waters. Local divers and operators familiar with Épave Afrique can describe typical marine life encounters based on recent dives.

How do I access Épave Afrique and are there permits needed?

The site is not in a marine protected area. Check with regional French diving authorities and local operators for access points, boat requirements, and any applicable regulations before diving.

Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

83 registros · 24 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Perforatus perforatus

Maxillopoda · Balanidae
GBIF
Última observación:
21 feb 2026
×16registros

Phorcus lineatus

Gastropoda · Trochidae
GBIF
Última observación:
21 feb 2026
×9registros

Xantho hydrophilus

Malacostraca · Xanthidae
GBIF
Última observación:
21 feb 2026
×8registros

Pachygrapsus marmoratus

Malacostraca · Grapsidae
GBIF
Última observación:
21 feb 2026
×6registros

Ocenebra erinaceus

Gastropoda · Muricidae
GBIF
Última observación:
21 feb 2026
×6registros

Porcellana platycheles

Malacostraca · Porcellanidae
GBIF
Última observación:
21 feb 2026
×5registros

Mimachlamys varia

Bivalvia · Pectinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
21 feb 2026
×4registros

Athanas nitescens

Malacostraca · Alpheidae
GBIF
Última observación:
21 feb 2026
×4registros

Steromphala cineraria

Gastropoda · Trochidae
GBIF
Última observación:
21 feb 2026
×4registros

Magallana gigas

Bivalvia · Ostreidae
GBIF
Última observación:
21 feb 2026
×3registros

Geitodoris planata

Gastropoda · Discodorididae
GBIF
Última observación:
21 feb 2026
×2registros

Eriphia verrucosa

Malacostraca · Eriphiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
21 feb 2026
×2registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

8k wreck - #7 Dive on « L'AFRIQUE » - Les épaves de l'Atlantique

Ocean’s globe trotter
💬 3 top comments
  • Merci Gilles pour ce moment de partage. Magnifique épave que j'ai re-découverte le 30 juillet avec le Subaqua Club Rochelais avec une super visibilité. Jean

    @arrasculturel614 · 👍 0
  • Encore de belles images

    @video2mam · 👍 1
  • La vidéo est folle tout comme cette journée, un travail extraordinaire, milles merci pour ces documentaires!

    @jackflyjack3500 · 👍 1

Best Wreck Dive L’Afrique France 4K | Full Atlantic Liner Tour with Lobsters, Saint Pierre & Congers

Ocean’s globe trotter
💬 3 top comments
  • Plongées magnifique sur l’Afrique loin des côtes de l’île de Ré avec une visibilité de plus de 25m - dites moi si vous aimez

    @gillescharvet · 👍 2
  • 😮Superbe! On imagine pas une visi pareille dans ce coin là

    @francispollakpresente · 👍 1
  • Which dive centre do you use to dive be this?

    @thywels · 👍 2

Epave du paquebot Afrique aout 2015

Pascal Collin
💬 2 top comments
  • Magnifique, excellent montage !!

    @benlbdhnq1266 · 👍 1
  • Sublime. La musique va tellement bien avec la vidéo.

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

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