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Alcione, wreck
Corsica WWII wreck with buoyed rope descent.
Local operator required
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
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Alcione, wreck?
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Community sourced coordinates.
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.
Recent Logged Visits At Alcione, wreck
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Alcione, wreck
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
