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Les Veyrons

4.0 — based on 22 community signals
4.3 12 especies 31 colaboradores

Les Veyrons is a year-round dive site in France's Parc national des Calanques, protected within the park's core zone.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

🐢 MPA · Parc national des Calanques (c… updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Intermedio
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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
intermediate
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Pulpo

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
14.4 kn
Olas
0.74 m
Agua
22.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (17%)
Now: NNW (340°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.25m

Próxima: Baja a las 05:00 (-0.57m)

+-0.4 m-0.7 m
▼ 05:00 · -0.57m ▼ 08:00 · -0.59m ▲ 14:00 · -0.51m ▼ 23:00 · -0.6m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV5.35 · mod Aire PM2.53 · good 07:22 19:42
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 14 0.74 5 0mm
09-20 11 0.22 5 0mm
09-21 6.1 0.48 6 0mm
09-22 6.4 0.2 6 0mm
09-23 10.7 0.04 6 0mm
09-24 5.8 0.08 5 0mm
09-25 7.1 0.28 5 0mm

About this spot

Les Veyrons sits in the heart of Parc national des Calanques, one of France's most carefully managed marine protected areas. The site draws divers into dramatic limestone geology typical of the Provence coast, where cliffs meet the Mediterranean in sharp relief. Being within the park's core zone means strict regulations apply—your access and diving privileges depend on current park rules, so contact local authorities before planning your trip. The spot supports a healthy community of marine life tied to rocky Mediterranean habitat. Twelve species observations have been logged by divers, giving a solid baseline for the creatures you're likely to encounter. The site appears to maintain its appeal across all seasons, making it accessible year-round for those who can navigate permit requirements and local conditions. Three community videos exist of Les Veyrons, offering firsthand footage of what diving here looks like. These give you a real sense of underwater terrain and marine activity before you commit. Because Les Veyrons is within a national park core zone, expect lower crowds and well-preserved habitat—but also expect paperwork and possible restrictions on group size or landing sites.

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Mejores meses

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

Vida marina

Pulpo

Tipos de buceo

ParedArrecifeCosta

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 ↔ 790km · ~182kg · €3

Preguntas frecuentes

Can I dive Les Veyrons year-round?

The site appears open year-round, but always verify current conditions and permit requirements with Parc national des Calanques authorities before booking, as marine protected area rules can change seasonally.

What do I need to know about the park regulations?

Les Veyrons lies in the protected core zone of Parc national des Calanques. Entry and diving are regulated. Contact the park directly for up-to-date permit rules, group size limits, and landing procedures.

What marine life is typical at Les Veyrons?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at the site, reflecting rocky Mediterranean habitat. Review community videos and local dive shop reports for the most current species and sighting frequencies.

How do I access Les Veyrons?

Access is controlled by Parc national des Calanques. You must obtain permission and follow park protocols. Consult the park's official website or contact a local dive operator familiar with current entry requirements.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

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L'atelier de la mer

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Driving the Bugatti Veyron in Paris (Akram Ojjeh Junior)

ZeeleR
💬 3 top comments
  • Akram comme on ne l'a jamais connu Le bip bip au début il y a les mêmes dans la Polo 😂😂

    @vnc_sls_ · 👍 38
  • 2015 c’était vraiment une époque de fou …🇫

    @ezp222 · 👍 9
  • Akram été silencieux à l époque 😂

    @nicolasbaumann8821 · 👍 60

The Bugatti Veyron Race - Jeremy vs Hammond and May - BBC

Top Gear
💬 3 top comments
  • I can't decide whether James May being able to pilot a Cessna is surprising or completely expected

    @tortillatime401 · 👍 4000
  • Hammond acts as if he doesn't understand how flying works, but he himself is an excellent pilot with a personal helicopter collection.

    @dipro001 · 👍 15000
  • I just realised Jeremy has a boat license, James has a plane license and Richard has a motorbike license

    @onebeanyboi9204 · 👍 3700

Diving Club in Cap Antibes, France

iohera

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "Forwarding anonymous report from #mapycom user, please verify: La plage n est plus accessible car l escaliers existe plus!"

    Pan Perníček · 2026-02-26
  • "The reference to the "Centre d'Océanologie de Marseille (COM)" is obsolete, this lab no longer exists (hence the dead link), this complex of buildings now are part of the IMBE laboratory (https://www.imbe.fr)"

    Zaphod-dev · 2025-06-04
  • "Vérifier si l'aérodrome est bien mappé: https://www.openstreetmap.org/node/4706643485"

    tuxayo · 2017-12-12
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jul (100/100) Worst: Feb (0/100) Now: Sep (96/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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