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Roca Montiell

3.9 — based on 18 community signals
4.3 12 especies 38 colaboradores

Roca Montiell is a Spanish dive site accessible year-round with documented marine life observations and community video coverage.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

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Mejores meses
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
3.6 kn
Olas
0.28 m
Agua
27°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NE (15%)
Now: WNW (286°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.21m

Próxima: Baja a las 06:00 (-0.55m)

+-0.4 m-0.6 m
▼ 06:00 · -0.55m ▼ 08:00 · -0.56m ▲ 14:00 · -0.46m ▼ 17:00 · -0.47m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV5.75 · mod Aire PM2.54 · good 07:31 19:50
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 10.7 0.5 6 0mm
09-20 6.4 0.24 5 0mm
09-21 5.7 0.38 6 0mm
09-22 6.3 0.46 6 0mm
09-23 6.6 0.28 6 0mm
09-24 8.1 0.14 5 0mm
09-25 7.9 0.4 5 0mm

About this spot

Roca Montiell sits off the Spanish coast as a rock formation dive destination. The site has attracted enough diver interest to generate 12 recorded species observations and three community videos, indicating active exploration by local and visiting divers. While specific depth and difficulty ratings are not documented, the presence of species data suggests varied topography worth investigating. The site operates outside marine protected areas, meaning access is straightforward without permit restrictions. Year-round divability makes it a reliable option for planning trips to Spain without tight seasonal windows. Community-generated video content provides reference material for gauging conditions and expectations before diving. Divers interested in Spanish rock formations and the marine life they support will find value in the existing observation log. The modest documentation footprint suggests Roca Montiell remains less heavily trafficked than major Spanish dive destinations, which can mean calmer conditions and more personal exploration. Check with local dive operators for current conditions, equipment requirements, and site-specific logistics before your visit.

📖 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 ↔ 589km · ~135kg · €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 Roca Montiell?

Roca Montiell is diveable year-round, so you can plan trips based on your schedule rather than seasonal constraints. Local conditions and water temperature vary throughout the year, so contact Spanish dive operators for conditions during your intended visit.

What depth and difficulty level should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings for Roca Montiell are not formally documented. Review the three community videos available online and contact local operators to assess whether the site matches your certification level and experience.

What marine life can I see there?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at Roca Montiell. The community videos provide visual reference for the animals and habitats present. Contact local dive shops or check observation databases for the latest species list.

Do I need permits or special access?

Roca Montiell is not inside a marine protected area, so no special permits are required. Standard safe diving practices and local regulations apply. Confirm access and logistics with Spanish dive operators before your trip.

Operadores cerca de este spot

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

Stollis Divecenter

0.5 km
Centro de buceo
Speaks 🇩🇪
Teléfono: +34 972 62 00 35
Horario: Apr-Oct PH,Mo-Su 09:00-18:00

Palamós Dive Center

9.9 km
Centro de buceo
Teléfono: +34633036558
Horario: Monday-Sunday 08:30-18:00

H2O Diving Center

9.9 km
Centro de buceo
Teléfono: +34 972 31 31 69

Nautilus Sub Diving

9.9 km
Centro de buceo
Teléfono: +34 629 54 42 00

Formigues Sub

9.9 km
Centro de buceo
Teléfono: +34 629 54 42 00

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

44 registros · 40 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Arbacia lixula

Echinoidea · Arbaciidae
OBIS
Última observación:
30 jun 2019
×1registros
Profundidad:
10 m

Percnon gibbesi

Malacostraca · Percnidae
OBIS
Última observación:
2 dic 2011
×1registros

Eriphia verrucosa

Malacostraca · Eriphiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
27 ago 2009
×1registros

Chlorotocus crassicornis

Malacostraca · Pandalidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 jun 2006
×1registros
Profundidad:
327 m

Anapagurus laevis

Malacostraca · Paguridae
OBIS
Última observación:
29 may 2006
×1registros
Profundidad:
407–463 m

Polybius depurator

Malacostraca · Polybiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
28 may 2006
×1registros
Profundidad:
85 m

Chondrosia reniformis

Demospongiae · Chondrosiidae
OBIS
Última observación:
3 sept 2005
×1registros
Profundidad:
6–8 m

Macrotritopus defilippi

Cephalopoda · Octopodidae
OBIS
Última observación:
25 may 2004
×1registros
Profundidad:
336 m

Scyliorhinus canicula

Elasmobranchii · Scyliorhinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
16 may 2003
×1registros
Profundidad:
450 m

Alloteuthis media

Cephalopoda · Loliginidae
OBIS
Última observación:
9 jun 2002
×1registros
Profundidad:
122 m

Illex coindetii

Cephalopoda · Ommastrephidae
OBIS
Última observación:
8 jun 2002
×1registros
Profundidad:
82 m

Octopus vulgaris

Cephalopoda · Octopodidae
OBIS
Última observación:
9 jun 2001
×1registros
Profundidad:
78 m

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.

Submarinismo Llafranc (El Montiel, Tamariu), Scubadiving Llafranc (El Montiel, Tamariu)

Underwater Cristina Vet

Nicko Diving in poseidon calella

Gerard Palou

Calella Diving in June 2017

Erik Abner
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jul (100/100) Worst: Feb (0/100) Now: Sep (98/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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