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Roche Fouras

3.7 — based on 14 community signals
4.2 12 especies 29 colaboradores

Roche Fouras is a year-round dive site near Cap Camarat, France, within the Sanctuaire Pelagos marine protected area.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

🐢 MPA · Sanctuaire Pelagos updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Intermedio
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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
intermediate
Mejores meses
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
13.1 kn
Olas
0.6 m
Agua
25.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NE (20%)
Now: NE (49°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.25m

Próxima: Baja a las 06:00 (-0.52m)

+-0.4 m-0.7 m
▼ 06:00 · -0.52m ▼ 09:00 · -0.54m ▲ 15:00 · -0.46m ▼ 17:00 · -0.47m
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 14.1 0.6 6 0mm
09-20 9.6 0.26 5 0mm
09-21 9.8 0.24 6 0mm
09-22 7.7 0.14 5 0mm
09-23 11.1 0.18 5 0mm
09-24 9.8 0.42 5 0mm
09-25 9.6 0.58 5 0mm

About this spot

Roche Fouras sits within the Sanctuaire Pelagos, a marine protected area spanning the waters between France, Italy, and Monaco. Located near Cap Camarat on the French Riviera, this site offers diving in a region known for Mediterranean marine biodiversity. The site has attracted documented species observations, making it relevant for divers interested in regional marine life. The area operates year-round, giving divers flexibility in planning trips. Being within a protected sanctuary means the site maintains environmental standards and restrictions designed to preserve marine ecosystems. Divers should familiarize themselves with local regulations and protected-area guidelines before visiting. While specific depth and visibility data are variable, the site draws interest from the diving community. Several community-recorded videos document conditions and marine encounters, providing useful reference material for planning your dive. Local dive operations familiar with Sanctuaire Pelagos conditions can advise on seasonal variations and current site-specific details.

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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 · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 901km · ~207kg · €4

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Roche Fouras?

Roche Fouras is accessible year-round. Seasonal conditions vary, so contact local dive operators for current visibility, water temperature, and marine activity during your planned dates.

What depth and difficulty level is this site?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not consistently documented for Roche Fouras. Local dive guides and operators near Cap Camarat can provide site-specific briefings and recommend appropriate experience levels.

What marine life can I expect to see?

Roche Fouras has 12 documented species observations. The Sanctuaire Pelagos protects Mediterranean marine habitat, attracting diverse species. Community videos show actual encounters; review these for realistic expectations.

Are there access restrictions or permits required?

Roche Fouras lies within the Sanctuaire Pelagos marine protected area. Divers must follow sanctuary regulations. Check with local authorities and operators near Cap Camarat for current access guidelines and any required permits.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

Cap Camarat Plongée

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

European Diving School

4.4 km
Centro de buceo
Speaks 🇩🇪

La Palanquée

9.1 km
Centro de buceo

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Exploring the Charentes-Maritimes, Episode 490

Join Us in France Audio

🌊 Création d'une deuxième digue à Fouras

France 3 Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Le dernier vol de l'Aigle à Fouras

C17INFOS Charente Maritime

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "This school is no longer at this location. Buildings are used for shops. See https://www.sainttropeztourisme.com/fr/fiche/le-carre-de-l-ecole-7477715/ #OsmAnd"

    krt16s · 2025-09-18
  • "The trail is overgrown with thorny bushes and fallen trees are blocking the ways. At some point there was no trail at all and we hat to find a way to get through the thorn bushes and over the rocks"

    anonymous · 2025-04-22
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 (90/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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Les Brisés

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