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Sentier sous-marin de Banyuls-Cerbère

3.9 — based on 18 community signals
4.3 12 especies 34 colaboradores

Sentier sous-marin de Banyuls-Cerbère is a protected underwater trail on the France-Spain border, offering year-round diving in a marine reserve.

⭐ Best for beginners.

🐢 MPA · Parc naturel marin du Golfe du… updated 4 months ago
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
11 kn
Olas
0.7 m
Agua
22.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NW (33%)
Now: NNW (328°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.22m

Próxima: Baja a las 06:00 (-0.58m)

+-0.4 m-0.7 m
▼ 06:00 · -0.58m ▲ 15:00 · -0.48m ▼ 17:00 · -0.49m ▼ 23:00 · -0.58m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV5.35 · mod Aire PM2.53 · good 07:31 19:50
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 11.3 0.7 5 0mm
09-20 12 0.14 6 0mm
09-21 12.7 0.5 6 0mm
09-22 8 0.4 6 0mm
09-23 6.8 0.2 6 0mm
09-24 5.1 0.26 5 0mm
09-25 3.9 0.22 5 0mm

About this spot

Sentier sous-marin de Banyuls-Cerbère sits in the Parc naturel marin du Golfe du Lion, a protected marine zone straddling the French and Spanish coasts near the Pyrenees. The site features an underwater path that guides divers through diverse Mediterranean habitats. The trail passes notable geological features, including the Menhir de Perafita, a submerged megalithic monument that adds historical character to your dive. Based on community observations, the site supports a healthy marine ecosystem with documented species sightings. The protected status means regulations exist to preserve the seabed and marine life, making this a responsible choice for environmentally conscious divers. Access to this site typically requires awareness of local rules and permit requirements within the marine reserve. Divers report consistent conditions throughout the year, though specific depth, visibility, and temperature details vary by season and recent conditions. Community videos document the experience and can help you prepare. The combination of natural beauty, historical significance, and conservation focus makes Banyuls-Cerbère an engaging destination for explorers interested in Mediterranean marine environments and underwater archaeology. Plan ahead: contact local operators or authorities for current access requirements, water conditions, and any restrictions tied to marine reserve regulations.

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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 · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 602km · ~138kg · €2

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Sentier sous-marin de Banyuls-Cerbère?

The site is diveable year-round. Conditions vary seasonally, so check recent local reports for visibility and water temperature before booking your trip.

What depth and difficulty level should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not documented here. Contact local dive operators or the Parc naturel marin du Golfe du Lion for detailed site specs and skill recommendations.

What marine life will I see?

Community observations have logged 12 species at this site. Mediterranean fish, invertebrates, and sea life typical to the region are present. Exact species vary by season and depth.

What permits or access requirements apply?

This site lies within the Parc naturel marin du Golfe du Lion, a protected marine reserve. Permits, rules, or guide requirements may apply. Confirm regulations with local authorities or operators before diving.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

Plongée Bleue

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Diving center Colera

6.5 km
Centro de buceo

Sentier sous-marin de Banyuls-Cerbère

0 km
Centro de buceo
Horario: 24/7

Aloès Plongée

0.8 km
Centro de buceo

Plongée Cap Cerbère

2.4 km
Centro de buceo

AIRHP24

7.4 km
Centro de buceo

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Scuba Diving Réserve naturelle Marine de Cerbère/Banyuls. Aout 2022

Pascal H Plongée

South of France snorkeling - Sentier Sous-Marin de Cerbère-Banyuls - Insta360 X4 Dive Case

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💬 1 top comments
  • If you'd like to see the extended 360 video, where you can look around, go here: https://youtu.be/FxehoFwVrXA

    @VidSontest · 👍 0

Sentier Sous Marin Cerbère en Apnée Juillet 2023

Fabrice DIVER

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "Somewhere here in eastern direction the street becomes very coarse gravel, almost impassable by bike. Additionally the street is probably too narrow for cars."

    Faberitex · 2026-04-16
  • "abandoned building. house opened doors, broken windows clearly abandoned for a longer time but structure mostly ok. #OsmAnd"

    thumbsup · 2026-04-07
wind peaks Nov-Mar-Jul, calmest Jun-Aug-Dec, 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: Feb (0/100) Now: Sep (91/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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