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La Graule Subaquatique

3.1 — based on 5 community signals

La Graule Subaquatique is a freshwater dive site on the Vauvre river in France, accessible year-round with community video documentation.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Intermedio
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De un vistazo

Actividad
dive
Dificultad
intermediate

Mapa

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
1.5 kn
Olas
m
Agua
—°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NE (21%)
Now: SSW (203°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0m
+0.0 m0 m+0.0 m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV5.3 · mod Aire PM2.55 · good 07:35 19:56
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 5.1 5 0mm
09-20 6.6 5 0mm
09-21 9.6 5 0mm
09-22 10.5 5 0mm
09-23 13.8 5 0mm
09-24 4.3 5 0mm
09-25 11.7 5 0mm

About this spot

La Graule Subaquatique sits on the Vauvre river in France, offering freshwater diving in a natural setting. The site draws divers interested in river exploration and the unique geology of inland waterways. Community videos document the location, giving prospective divers a preview of what to expect underwater. As a river dive, conditions vary with seasonal water flow and weather. The site remains accessible throughout the year, making it viable for divers planning trips to the region. River diving requires comfort navigating current, visibility shifts, and varying bottom compositions. Divers should verify current conditions and any local restrictions before planning a visit. The Vauvre river system offers an alternative to coastal diving, with its own appeal for those seeking freshwater exploration in France.

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

Tipos de buceo

Deriva

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 · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 796km · ~183kg · €3

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive La Graule Subaquatique?

The site is accessible year-round. River conditions and visibility vary seasonally, so checking recent conditions before your trip is recommended.

What marine life will I see?

As a freshwater river site, expect freshwater species typical to the Vauvre system. Check community videos and local dive guides for current species observations.

Do I need permits or special access?

No marine protected area designation applies. Verify any local regulations or landowner permissions with regional authorities before diving.

What difficulty level is this dive?

River diving involves current awareness and varying visibility. Consult community videos and local operators to assess your comfort level before planning a dive.

Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

2 registros · 2 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Clausilia bidentata

Gastropoda · Clausiliidae
GBIF
Última observación:
21 feb 2026
×1registros

Trachelipus razzautii

Malacostraca · Trachelipodidae
GBIF
Última observación:
18 feb 2026
×1registros

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.

Une formation à l'archéologie subaquatique à Limoges

France 3 Nouvelle-Aquitaine
💬 1 top comments
  • 😂:face-orange-frowning::face-orange-frowning

    @IvanDorsey-p1c · 👍 0

The Ultimate Guide to Diving in French Polynesia

Léty-Siâh · Dive Explorer Polynesia
💬 3 top comments
  • Super et bravo ! Je vais bientôt faire de la plongée là-bas aussi 😎

    @pangbas · 👍 0
  • Une rencontre avec les baleines, les mantas, les tigres, les dauphins.... C'est juste inoubliable et tellement intense !! Merci pour toutes ces belles images 👍

    @gmte3610 · 👍 1
  • Super, merci pour le partage, on a pris plein les yeux ❤

    @lareinemargot31 · 👍 0

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💬 1 top comments
  • en cas d urgence

    @Luigi-mario123 · 👍 0
wind peaks Dec-Jan-Oct, calmest Sep-Aug-Jun, 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)

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