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La Dent de Requin

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4.3 12 especies 31 colaboradores

La Dent de Requin is a year-round dive site off Cap Lardier, France, protected within the Sanctuaire Pelagos marine reserve.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers chasing chasing pelagics.

🐢 MPA · Sanctuaire Pelagos updated 4 months ago
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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
intermediate
Mejores meses
Todo el año

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
12.2 kn
Olas
0.58 m
Agua
25.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: ENE (20%)
Now: NE (54°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.26m

Hoy: Alta 15:00 (-0.47m), Baja 09:00 (-0.55m)

+-0.4 m-0.7 m
▼ 09:00 · -0.55m ▲ 15:00 · -0.47m ▼ 17:00 · -0.48m ▼ 23:00 · -0.56m Ahora -0.5m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV5.6 · mod Aire PM2.55 · good 07:17 19:36
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 13.7 0.64 6 0mm
09-20 7.9 0.26 5 0mm
09-21 6.7 0.26 6 0mm
09-22 6.1 0.26 5 0mm
09-23 10.6 0.76 5 0mm
09-24 9.7 0.54 5 0mm
09-25 9.6 0.64 5 0mm

About this spot

La Dent de Requin, located off Cap Lardier on the French Riviera, sits within the Sanctuaire Pelagos—one of Europe's most important marine protected areas. The site draws divers year-round, making it accessible regardless of season. Protection status means strict adherence to local regulations is required; plan ahead with local operators familiar with current rules. The area supports documented marine life across 12 recorded species observations, indicating healthy local ecosystems. Community divers have contributed video documentation of the site, providing visual reference for planning your dive. Whether you're targeting specific species or exploring the broader underwater landscape, these records help set realistic expectations. Access to sites within the Sanctuaire Pelagos requires awareness of MPA boundaries and guidelines. Most dives operate from nearby coastal towns with established dive services. Water conditions and depth vary; local knowledge is essential for safe navigation and species encounters.

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

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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
  • 📜 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 · 49%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 895km · ~206kg · €4

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive La Dent de Requin?

La Dent de Requin is diveable year-round. Seasonal conditions vary along the French Riviera, so check with local operators for current visibility, water temperature, and sea state before booking.

What marine life can I see here?

The site has 12 recorded species observations. Exact depth and difficulty are not documented, but community videos are available to preview what divers encounter. Check local dive logs and video records for current sightings.

Is there a permit or MPA restriction I need to know?

Yes. La Dent de Requin is within the Sanctuaire Pelagos marine protected area. You must follow all MPA regulations. Dive operators based near Cap Lardier are familiar with current rules—book with them to ensure compliance.

How do I access La Dent de Requin?

The site is accessed from Cap Lardier on the French Riviera coast. Arrange dives through local operators who know the area and current access conditions. Boat-based dives are standard from nearby ports.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Cap Camarat Plongée

6.4 km
Centro de buceo
Horario: 09:00-19:00; Sa 09:00-17:00

Ramon Membru

6.6 km
Centro de buceo

Roche Fouras

6.9 km
Centro de buceo

European Diving School

8.8 km
Centro de buceo
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Les dents de la Mer

paulax04
💬 1 top comments
  • Bien fait franchement ! Viens voir mon remake à moi et donne ton avis ;)

    @didisse · 👍 0

Sanary sur Mer ... Une dent de Mégalodon découverte au pied des falaises de la Cride à Portissol.

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Les dents de la mer - Quint & le USS Indianapolis

7rhye
💬 3 top comments
  • Et le plus terrifiant c’est que c’est inspiré de faits réels

    @Sabrybylka75 · 👍 2
  • La montée en tension de cette scène est fantastique. La version française est vraiment excellente.

    @nicojojo9392 · 👍 76
  • Cette scène. .... Je ne m'en lasse pas....magnifique. ..

    @jean-marclopez3437 · 👍 52
wind peaks Mar-Nov-Dec, calmest Oct-May-Aug, dry Jan-Dec.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jul (100/100) Worst: Mar (0/100) Now: Sep (91/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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