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les Ferranelles

3.8 — based on 15 community signals
4.4 12 especies 43 colaboradores

Les Ferranelles, a protected dive site within Spain's Medes Islands marine reserve, offers year-round diving with reliable access to Mediterranean marine life.

⭐ Best for beginners.

🐢 MPA · Reserva Natural Parcial C Mari… updated 4 months ago
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
5.7 kn
Olas
0.32 m
Agua
25.9°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: W (19%)
Now: WNW (294°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.21m

Próxima: Baja a las 05:00 (-0.56m)

+-0.4 m-0.7 m
▼ 05:00 · -0.56m ▲ 15:00 · -0.46m ▼ 23:00 · -0.57m ▲ 02:00 · -0.56m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV5.8 · mod Aire PM2.54 · 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 6.6 0.24 6 0mm
09-24 8.1 0.22 5 0mm
09-25 7.9 0.32 5 0mm

About this spot

Les Ferranelles sits within the Reserva Natural Parcial C Marina de les Medes, one of Spain's most carefully managed underwater zones. The site draws divers seeking protected Mediterranean ecosystems where marine life thrives under strict conservation rules. Access is regulated by the reserve authority, which means conditions are consistently maintained and overcrowding is controlled—a major advantage for dive quality and safety. The site hosts diverse Mediterranean species documented by the diving community. Twelve species observations have been recorded at Les Ferranelles, providing a solid foundation of knowledge about what you'll encounter. The area's protected status keeps the seabed and reefs in better condition than unregulated dive sites, translating to healthier fish populations and clearer ecological interactions. Year-round diving is possible here, making Les Ferranelles a reliable option whether you're planning a winter escape or a summer Mediterranean trip. The Medes Islands location offers additional nearby sites if you want variety during a multi-day visit. Community divers have produced three videos documenting the site, giving prospective visitors a genuine preview of conditions and marine encounters. Before diving, confirm access requirements with the reserve authority and any local dive operators familiar with the protected zone's current regulations.

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

Mejores meses

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

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 593km · ~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

When is the best time to dive Les Ferranelles?

Diving is possible year-round. Summer offers warmer water and longer daylight, while winter can bring calmer seas and different species activity. Check with the reserve or local operators for seasonal conditions before booking.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at Les Ferranelles within the protected reserve. The site's conservation status supports healthy populations of Mediterranean fish and invertebrates. Local dive operators and community videos offer specifics on current sightings.

Is access restricted or do I need permits?

Les Ferranelles lies within the Reserva Natural Parcial C Marina de les Medes, a protected marine area. Access is regulated to preserve the ecosystem. Contact the reserve authority or local authorized dive operators for current permit requirements and access procedures.

What depth and difficulty level?

Specific depth and difficulty data for Les Ferranelles are not widely documented. Contact local dive operators or the reserve authority for site-specific details to match your certification level and experience.

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

2.6 km
Centro de buceo

Nautica Borrat

2 km
Centro de buceo

Costa Brava Divers

2.1 km
Centro de buceo

Aqua Sports

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

MedAqua - Kayak Snorkeling

2.1 km
Centro de buceo

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

20 registros · 20 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Calyptraea chinensis

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

Stenella coeruleoalba

Striped dolphin
Mammalia · Delphinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
22 nov 2012
×1registros

Ebalia cranchii

Malacostraca · Leucosiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
3 abr 2012
×1registros

Arbacia lixula

Echinoidea · Arbaciidae
OBIS
Última observación:
9 jun 2005
×1registros
Profundidad:
6–8 m

Paracentrotus lividus

Echinoidea · Parechinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
26 abr 2005
×1registros
Profundidad:
6–8 m

Lucinella divaricata

Bivalvia · Lucinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 abr 1995
×1registros

Exogone verugera

Polychaeta · Syllidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 jun 1994
×1registros

Tanaidacea

Malacostraca
OBIS
Última observación:
1 may 1994
×1registros

Protodorvillea kefersteini

Polychaeta · Dorvilleidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 may 1993
×1registros

Glycera capitata

Polychaeta · Glyceridae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 nov 1992
×1registros

Loripes orbiculatus

Bivalvia · Lucinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 nov 1992
×1registros

Ophiuroidea

Ophiuroidea
OBIS
Última observación:
1 abr 1992
×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.

Inmersión Ferranelles en el centro de buceo Diving Les Illes (Costa Brava)

Green Diving Spain

Scuba with Paul @ Les Ferranelles, Medes Islands

Paul Chapman

Diving Ferranelles, Medes Islands

Marius Huianu

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "Belongs to Wecamp chain, also on the other side of the road #OsmAnd"

    anonymous · 2025-09-01
  • "the house numbers here seem incorrect, the buildings across the side street have numbers 21 and 23 via StreetComplete_ee 61.1"

    Derkades · 2025-08-22
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Sep (100/100) Worst: Nov (0/100) Now: Sep (100/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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