Do you need local guidance at Alcione, wreck?

A local boat and dive guide are the normal way to run the wreck safely and efficiently.

How clear is the water at Alcione, wreck?

Corsica is usually clear, with June and September often giving the best visibility.

How do you reach Alcione, wreck?

Divers reach Alcione, wreck by boat, then descend from the submerged buoy along a rope to the wreck.

Is Alcione, wreck suitable for Open Water divers?

Only if they also have the deep specialty or equivalent experience; the site is a deep wreck profile.

What conditions matter most at Alcione, wreck?

Depth management and a controlled rope descent matter most; the wreck itself is orderly once you are qualified.

What is Alcione, wreck?

Alcione, wreck is a WWII freighter off Corsica that sits upright on sand and is reached by a buoyed line descent.

What marine life can you see at Alcione, wreck?

Groupers, corbs, denti, and other Mediterranean fish gather around the hull and passageways.

Why do divers choose Alcione, wreck?

It is a classic Corsica wreck with strong fish life, clear water, and a neat buoyed descent that keeps the route simple.

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Alcione, wreck

Corsica WWII wreck with buoyed rope descent.

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A local boat and guided rope descent are the normal way to dive the wreck.

Boat-access WWII freighter off Cervioni, descended by rope from a mooring buoy and best for divers comfortable with a deep profile.

About Alcione, wreck

Alcione, wreck is a WWII freighter off Corsica's east coast, lying upright on sand and reached by a buoyed rope descent. It is a clean, well-kept deep wreck for qualified divers, with an orderly mooring setup, clear Mediterranean water, and plenty of fish life around the hull and passageways. The profile rewards controlled buoyancy and a calm-season boat plan rather than a casual shallow excursion.

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Research Estimate At Alcione, wreck

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Visibility25m

AccessModerate entry effort

Aquatic LifeGreat variety

FacilitiesBasic facilities

CurrentNo current

SurgeFlat calm

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Alcione, wreck Planning Details

Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.

Reported Depth

33m - 35m

Depth Note

The freighter lies straight on sand at roughly 33-35m and is approached from a buoyed mooring line.

Best Season

May-October; June and September usually give the best mix of calm seas, visibility, and lighter crowds.

Typical Conditions

Mediterranean wreck diving with clear water, a sand-bottomed profile, and calmer summer windows.

Safety & Access At Alcione, wreck

Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.

Site Conditions

Boat traffic

Safety Notes

Plan for deep gas management and a controlled line descent; the wreck is orderly but still a serious depth profile.

Access Restrictions

Use a boat and guided line descent; the wreck is set up for divers with a deep specialty or equivalent experience.

Legal Notes

Follow local wreck rules and any Corsican marine-protection guidance.

Local Intel For Alcione, wreck

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Scuba Diving

The wreck sits upright on sand and is dived from a buoyed mooring line, making the route orderly once you are qualified.

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Dive Spot Log Averages At Alcione, wreck

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Conditions

Avg. Visibility25m

Activity

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Alcione, wreck

Corsica WWII wreck with buoyed rope descent.

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How do you reach Alcione, wreck?

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