Operator notes on current and wildlife under the wreck.
Deep boat wreck off Bagaud with frequent current.
Deep boat wreck off Bagaud with frequent current.
The normal way in is through a local dive center with boat and park experience.
Barge aux congres is a small wreck off Bagaud in Port-Cros National Park, known for a compact circuit rather than a long swim. The barge lies flat on sand, so the interest is in the structure and the fish sheltering underneath. It is a boat dive for advanced divers, with depth and current making the descent and timing the real challenge. Conger eels and morays are the usual draw when the water is settled.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
45m - 49m
Depth Note
Published references place the wreck around 48 m, with a conservative planning range of 45-49 m on sand.
Best Season
Winter and other calm-weather windows, when seas are steadier and visibility tends to improve.
Typical Conditions
Strong current is common, and the site feels best when the sea is calm enough for a controlled drop and a short, tight wreck circuit.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Often affected by strong current and described as difficult due to depth; plan the dive accordingly and ensure the team can handle current conditions.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only, advanced-certified dive; not a casual independent entry.
Legal Notes
Inside Port-Cros marine park waters; follow park rules and operator briefings.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A short, compact wreck dive; around ten minutes is sufficient to make a full circuit.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive target; the depth and current make this a scuba-only site.
Snorkeling
Not suitable for snorkeling; the wreck is too deep and boat-dependent for surface-only use.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Operator notes on current and wildlife under the wreck.
Official Port-Cros park page for the wreck and marine-area context.
Independent directory page with access and visibility notes.
Official destination page with depth, current, and access guidance.
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