Independent article on the Barra marine park's biodiversity and coral life.
Shallow wreck dive near the Barra lighthouse in Salvador.
Shallow wreck dive near the Barra lighthouse in Salvador.
Shallow historic wreck off the Barra lighthouse in Salvador, one of the close Germania-Bretagne pair at the entrance to Todos os Santos Bay. The site is a simple-access wreck dive with boilers, mast, anchors, bows, and hull sections still visible, plus schools of reef fish, morays, and spider crabs around the structure. It is a compact, history-rich Bahia dive that rewards calm conditions and good timing.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 12m
Depth Note
Shallow historic wrecks near the Barra lighthouse with visible structural remains.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Cavern-like areas are present where the nearby wrecks blend; avoid entering overhead spaces without appropriate training and equipment.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for beginner wreck exploration when tides and current cooperate.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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Research Sources
Independent article on the Barra marine park's biodiversity and coral life.
Dive-center homepage listing Germania e Bretagne among its most visited sites and describing marina support.
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