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Le fer à cheval

3.4 — based on 11 community signals
4.1 11 especies 14 colaboradores

Le Fer à Cheval is a year-round French dive site with 11 recorded species observations and active community video documentation.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
BleachingRiskShore entrySeasonal

De un vistazo

Actividad
dive
Dificultad
beginner
Mejores meses
Todo el año

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Mapa

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Mapa de ubicación de Le fer à cheval © Google · Datos del mapa © Google, colaboradores
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
11.1 kn
Olas
2.66 m
Agua
25.9°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: E (25%)
Now: S (188°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.38m

Hoy: Alta 08:00 (+0.57m), Baja 06:00 (+0.56m)

+0.8 m+0.4 m
▼ 06:00 · +0.56m ▲ 08:00 · +0.57m ▲ 11:00 · +0.59m ▼ 17:00 · +0.52m Ahora +0.6m
Vie 18Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24
UV8.6 · very high Aire PM2.511 · good 05:49 17:52
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-18 11.4 2.9 9 1mm
09-19 8.7 2.6 9 0mm
09-20 8.3 2.02 9 0mm
09-21 8.9 1.68 8 0mm
09-22 6.9 1.76 9 1mm
09-23 7.3 2.6 9 2mm
09-24 6.8 2.6 9 1mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions

About this spot

Le Fer à Cheval offers consistent diving opportunities throughout the year along the French coast. The site has generated modest but steady interest from the diving community, with 11 documented species observations recorded to date. Three community videos provide visual reference for divers planning a visit, offering insights into conditions and marine life encounters at the spot. While specific depth and visibility data aren't catalogued, the site's year-round accessibility makes it a reliable choice for French divers seeking local alternatives. The location sits outside marine protected areas, allowing standard diving access. Current coral bleaching monitoring recommends staying informed about seasonal conditions before booking trips. Divers should verify current conditions with local operators and check community video documentation for recent activity reports. The modest species database suggests this is a working site with growing documentation rather than a heavily trafficked destination.

📖 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

ArrecifeCosta

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 ↔ 15883km · ~3653kg · €66

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Le Fer à Cheval?

Le Fer à Cheval is accessible year-round, making it a reliable choice regardless of season. Check recent community reports and local conditions before diving, as water temperature and visibility vary by month.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings aren't documented for this site. Contact local French dive operators for detailed information on bottom depth, current conditions, and recommended certification levels.

What marine life has been recorded here?

Eleven species observations have been logged at Le Fer à Cheval. Review the community video documentation and species database for detailed identification and encounter frequencies at this site.

Do I need permits or MPA authorization to dive here?

Le Fer à Cheval sits outside marine protected areas, so standard diving access applies. Verify any local regulations with French authorities or dive operators before your visit.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

Le fer à cheval

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Centro de buceo

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

24 registros · 16 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Nebrius ferrugineus

Elasmobranchii · Ginglymostomatidae
GBIF
Última observación:
29 mar 2026
×1registros

Etisus splendidus

Malacostraca · Xanthidae
GBIF
Última observación:
26 mar 2026
×2registros

Trapezia bidentata

Malacostraca · Trapeziidae
GBIF
Última observación:
26 mar 2026
×1registros

Halgerda berberiani

Gastropoda · Discodorididae
GBIF
Última observación:
26 mar 2026
×1registros

Linckia guildingi

Asteroidea · Ophidiasteridae
GBIF
Última observación:
26 mar 2026
×1registros

Parribacus antarcticus

Malacostraca · Scyllaridae
GBIF
Última observación:
26 mar 2026
×1registros

Shinobium trapezoideum

Malacostraca · Sesarmidae
GBIF
Última observación:
25 mar 2026
×2registros

Toxopneustes pileolus

Echinoidea · Toxopneustidae
GBIF
Última observación:
24 mar 2026
×1registros

Actinopyga varians

Holothuroidea · Holothuriidae
GBIF
Última observación:
10 mar 2026
×1registros

Coryphellina exoptata

Gastropoda · Flabellinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
10 mar 2026
×1registros

Grapsus tenuicrustatus

Malacostraca · Grapsidae
GBIF
Última observación:
4 mar 2026
×4registros

Carcharhinus melanopterus

Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
28 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.

Plongée sous marine sur le Fer à Cheval en Méditerranée avec wb

Plongée sous-marine dans la grande Bleue

Cap Brun - Fer A Cheval

Wile Diver

PLONGEE FER A CHEVAL PAPEARI TAHITI 17/02/2013 PARTIE 1

FIL DEFER
wind peaks Oct-Jul-Jun, calmest May-Apr-Mar.

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: Nov (100/100) Worst: May (0/100) Now: Sep (0/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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