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L'Escale

4.0 — based on 21 community signals
4.3 12 especies 30 colaboradores

L'Escale is a protected dive site in France's Port-Cros National Park, open year-round with documented marine life.

⭐ Best for beginners.

🐢 MPA · Parc national de Port-Cros (ai… updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
Temp. del agua
12–24°C
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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
beginner
Temp. del agua
12–24 °C
Mejores meses
Todo el año

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Mapa de ubicación de L'Escale © Google · Datos del mapa © Google, colaboradores
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
5.9 kn
Olas
0.84 m
Agua
23°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: N (28%)
Now: N (351°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.25m

Próxima: Baja a las 05:00 (-0.53m)

+-0.4 m-0.7 m
▼ 05:00 · -0.53m ▼ 08:00 · -0.55m ▲ 15:00 · -0.47m ▼ 17:00 · -0.48m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV5.6 · mod Aire PM2.55 · good 07:19 19:38
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 16 0.88 6 0mm
09-20 7.5 0.32 5 0mm
09-21 6.5 0.34 6 0mm
09-22 6.1 0.16 6 0mm
09-23 8.8 0.08 5 0mm
09-24 6.9 0.42 5 0mm
09-25 6.4 0.52 5 0mm
🌡 Water temp: Normal for Sep (12–24°C)

About this spot

L'Escale sits within the adhésion zone of Parc national de Port-Cros, one of France's premier marine protected areas. The site welcomes divers year-round, making it accessible for most seasons. Located in the Mediterranean, L'Escale benefits from the park's strict conservation protocols, which help maintain healthy reef ecosystems and consistent wildlife encounters. Species observations recorded at L'Escale total 12 distinct marine life entries, giving divers reliable data on what to expect underwater. The site has attracted enough interest to generate three community videos, offering real-world footage of conditions and marine activity. These resources help divers prepare mentally and practically for their visit. As a site within a national park's adhésion zone, L'Escale operates under specific regulations designed to protect the marine environment. Divers should verify current access requirements and any seasonal restrictions before planning their trip. The protected status ensures long-term stability of the reef and its inhabitants, making L'Escale a sustainable choice for Mediterranean diving.

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Mejores meses

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

Tipos de buceo

Arrecife

Esenciales del viaje

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

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

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • 🤿 Wetsuit 5/4 mm full
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 855km · ~197kg · €4

Preguntas frecuentes

Can I dive L'Escale year-round?

Yes, L'Escale is open for diving year-round. However, always check with local operators for current conditions and any temporary closures, as the site falls within Parc national de Port-Cros.

What marine life will I see at L'Escale?

Twelve species observations are documented at L'Escale. Review community videos and local dive logs to see recent sightings before your visit.

Are there any restrictions or permits needed?

L'Escale is located in the adhésion zone of Parc national de Port-Cros, a national marine park. Confirm current permit requirements and regulations with local dive operators before diving.

How do I get current information about conditions?

Three community videos document L'Escale. Contact local operators in Port-Cros for real-time visibility, water temperature, and depth details before booking.

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

1 registros · 1 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Solatopupa similis

Gastropoda · Chondrinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
4 ene 2026
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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.

Diving the French WW1 tugboat, the Berwyn, in Barbados’ Carlisle Bay 2023

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💬 3 top comments
  • I live in Barbados and haven't diver in 40 years now, back then the Berwyn still had her wheel house intact. looks a lot different now.

    @JamminWhiteBoy · 👍 2
  • Amazing! Love it.

    @timwalker3157 · 👍 1
  • Amazing videi undereater my friend. I love it. Sucfes for all

    @matalens48 · 👍 1

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