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les Salines

3.9 — based on 16 community signals
4.4 12 especies 43 colaboradores

Les Salines is a year-round dive site in Spain's protected marine reserve, offering access to diverse Mediterranean species in the Zona perifèrica de la Reserva Natural Parcial Marina de les Medes.

⭐ Best for beginners.

🐢 MPA · Zona perifèrica de la Reserva … updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
Temp. del agua
12–25°C
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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
beginner
Temp. del agua
12–25 °C
Mejores meses
Todo el año

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Mapa de ubicación de les Salines © Google · Datos del mapa © Google, colaboradores
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

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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
🌡 Water temp: Normal for Sep (12–25°C)

About this spot

Les Salines sits within Spain's marine protected area near Estartit in Girona Province. The site benefits from strict conservation status, which supports healthy marine populations and makes it a reliable choice for divers seeking authentic Mediterranean conditions. The protected waters here mean consistent marine life encounters and well-maintained reef ecosystems. Divers visit year-round, suggesting stable conditions across seasons. The site's position within a partial marine reserve indicates managed access and environmental stewardship. Species observations logged at Les Salines reflect the biodiversity typical of northeastern Spanish coastal waters, where rocky formations and sandy patches create varied habitats. The community has documented 12 species observations and produced 3 videos from the site, providing real-world reference footage for planning your dive. These resources offer insight into what you're likely to encounter underwater and help set realistic expectations for your visit. Access and logistics depend on local dive operators working within the marine reserve boundaries. Plan ahead to confirm entry requirements and any seasonal conditions that may affect dive scheduling.

📖 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

ArrecifeCosta

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🤿 Pack: 5/4 mm full
  • 📜 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%
  • 🤿 Wetsuit 5/4 mm full
  • 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 Salines?

Les Salines is diveable year-round. No seasonal closures are documented, though specific visibility and temperature conditions vary by month. Check with local operators for current conditions before booking.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not documented for Les Salines. Contact local dive operators or review community video resources to assess the site's terrain and recommend appropriate training levels.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species observations are logged from Les Salines. The site's protected status supports diverse Mediterranean fauna. Review community-contributed videos and species logs to see documented wildlife before your visit.

Do I need permits or special access?

Les Salines lies within the Zona perifèrica de la Reserva Natural Parcial Marina de les Medes, a protected marine area. Divers must respect reserve regulations. Arrange dives through local operators familiar with permit requirements and access protocols.

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 km
Centro de buceo

Diving Center La Sirena

1 km
Centro de buceo

Nautica Borrat

1 km
Centro de buceo

Aqua Sports

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

Costa Brava Divers

1.1 km
Centro de buceo

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

36 registros · 36 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Pelagia noctiluca

Scyphozoa · Pelagiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
11 nov 2014
×1registros

Diastylis laevis

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

Malacoceros fuliginosus

Polychaeta · Spionidae
OBIS
Última observación:
3 abr 2012
×1registros

Eunice vittata

Polychaeta · Eunicidae
OBIS
Última observación:
20 mar 2006
×1registros

Cliona viridis

Demospongiae · Clionaidae
OBIS
Última observación:
18 ago 2005
×1registros
Profundidad:
5–6 m

Aglaophenia harpago

Hydrozoa · Aglaopheniidae
OBIS
Última observación:
3 jun 2005
×1registros
Profundidad:
5–6 m

Paracentrotus lividus

Echinoidea · Parechinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 jun 2005
×1registros
Profundidad:
5–6 m

Parastichopus regalis

Holothuroidea · Stichopodidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 jun 2005
×1registros
Profundidad:
80 m

Eledone moschata

Cephalopoda · Eledonidae
OBIS
Última observación:
18 jun 2000
×1registros
Profundidad:
80 m

Pteria hirundo

Bivalvia · Pteriidae
OBIS
Última observación:
27 may 1997
×1registros
Profundidad:
81 m

Capitella capitata

Polychaeta · Capitellidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 dic 1996
×1registros

Laonice cirrata

Polychaeta · Spionidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 jul 1996
×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.

Punta Salines - L'Estartit, Itinerario submarino

Buscandoelazul

Scuba diving at Baix de Cols Spain🦞

Loïc's Adventures

ESTARTIT PLONGEE DE NUIT PUNTA SALINES EUROPE CLUB PLONGEE REIMS JUIN 2018

Fabien GIMONET
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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