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la Ferriola

3.9 — based on 16 community signals
4.4 12 especies 42 colaboradores

La Ferriola is a year-round dive site in Spain's Parc Natural del Montgrí, featuring 12 recorded species and protected marine habitat.

⭐ Best for beginners.

🐢 MPA · Parc Natural del Montgrí, les … updated 4 months ago
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
5.3 kn
Olas
0.34 m
Agua
25.4°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: W (23%)
Now: WNW (289°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.21m

Próxima: Baja a las 01:00 (-0.51m)

+-0.4 m-0.7 m
▼ 01:00 · -0.51m ▼ 05:00 · -0.56m ▲ 14:00 · -0.47m ▼ 23:00 · -0.57m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV5.8 · mod Aire PM2.55 · good 07:31 19:50
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 11 0.44 6 0mm
09-20 5.2 0.2 6 0mm
09-21 5.6 0.4 6 0mm
09-22 7.9 0.42 6 0mm
09-23 6.9 0.24 6 0mm
09-24 7.6 0.24 5 0mm
09-25 5.5 0.26 5 0mm

About this spot

La Ferriola, also known as Cala Ferriol, sits within the Parc Natural del Montgrí, les Illes Medes i el Baix Ter—a protected marine area on Spain's Costa Brava. The site benefits from strict conservation status that keeps the marine environment intact and productive year-round. Divers at La Ferriola can expect healthy reef structure and consistent marine life encounters. The area supports a documented species list of at least 12 observed inhabitants, reflecting the biodiversity typical of this Mediterranean protected zone. Community-submitted videos (3 available) provide real-world insight into conditions and what you'll encounter underwater. Access via the park's infrastructure means you're diving in a managed, sustainable setting. The year-round viability makes La Ferriola a reliable choice whether you're planning a summer trip or exploring winter diving in the Mediterranean. Local dive operators familiar with the park's regulations and conditions are your best resource for current site details, depth information, and seasonal variations.

📖 Guía: Buceo en España: 91 Lugares Desde Bosques de Algas hasta Paredes de Barracudas

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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/F · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 592km · ~136kg · €2

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 77/100
  • Visado: Sin visado · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 7h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 6h este · 4 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

Is La Ferriola open year-round?

Yes. La Ferriola is diveable throughout the year, making it accessible for winter and summer trips alike.

What marine life should I expect?

At least 12 species have been documented at La Ferriola. Community videos and species observations provide evidence of the site's biodiversity within the protected marine park.

What permits or regulations apply?

La Ferriola is located inside the Parc Natural del Montgrí, les Illes Medes i el Baix Ter. Check with local operators or park authorities for current access rules and any permit requirements.

How do I plan a dive here?

Contact dive operators based in the Costa Brava familiar with the protected area. Review community videos to see recent conditions and consult local expertise for depth, visibility, and seasonal logistics.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

El Rei del Mar

3.9 km
Centro de buceo

Complements Nàutics

3.3 km
Centro de buceo

Aqua Sports

3.4 km
Centro de buceo
Horario: Mo-Sa 09:00-21:00+

Xaloc Dive Center

3.4 km
Centro de buceo

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

19 registros · 17 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Papillicardium papillosum

Bivalvia · Cardiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
6 abr 2015
×1registros

Euclymene lombricoides

Polychaeta · Maldanidae
OBIS
Última observación:
6 abr 2015
×1registros

Pseudopolydora kempi

Polychaeta · Spionidae
OBIS
Última observación:
6 abr 2015
×1registros

Terebellides stroemii

Polychaeta · Trichobranchidae
OBIS
Última observación:
6 abr 2015
×1registros

Turritellinella tricarinata

Gastropoda · Turritellidae
OBIS
Última observación:
6 abr 2015
×1registros

Glycera alba

Polychaeta · Glyceridae
OBIS
Última observación:
6 abr 2015
×1registros

Diastylis rugosa

Malacostraca · Diastylidae
OBIS
Última observación:
6 abr 2015
×1registros

Myrtea spinifera

Bivalvia · Lucinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
6 abr 2015
×1registros

Nucula nitidosa

Bivalvia · Nuculidae
OBIS
Última observación:
6 abr 2015
×1registros

Cylichna cylindracea

Gastropoda · Cylichnidae
OBIS
Última observación:
3 abr 2012
×1registros

Myrtea spinifera

Bivalvia · Lucinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
27 mar 2009
×1registros

Eunice pennata

Polychaeta · Eunicidae
OBIS
Última observación:
27 mar 2009
×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.

La Ferriola

Omi Diver

Isles of "Cala Ferriol" Diving. L'Escala. Spain

DiveOlegNL

Diving in L´Escala, Spain

Chris Cuthbert
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jul (100/100) Worst: Feb (0/100) Now: Sep (93/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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