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Boulegeades
Boulegeades is a scenic Riou boat dive with arch and cave options.
Use the shallow cove for an easier profile or the arch-and-cave side for a more adventurous one; boat access and park rules shape the plan.
About Boulegeades
Boulegeades is a classic Riou boat dive in Marseille with a shallow cove option, rocky tongues, an arch, and a more adventurous cave-and-wall line. It suits divers who want a flexible Mediterranean profile, solid buoyancy control, and a route that changes with wind, current, and how much time they want to spend in the cove.
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Research Estimate At Boulegeades
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralPristine, vibrant coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentLight current
Where Is Boulegeades?
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Boulegeades Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 24m
Depth Note
The shallow cove sits around 5-7 m, the arch route works around the low-20 m band, and the cave extension reaches the mid-20s.
Best Season
Warm season, especially when east wind is weak.
Typical Conditions
Shallow cove, rocky tongues, arch, and cave routes. The easy line is wind-sensitive, and the cave line rewards conservative buoyancy.
Safety & Access At Boulegeades
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Includes an arch (overhead feature) and a vertiginous drop-off; plan buoyancy and depth control accordingly.
Access Restrictions
Landing and movement on Riou are regulated; treat this as a boat plan and keep to the park rules.
Legal Notes
Boulegeades sits inside Parc national des Calanques, and Riou is a protected no-take area with landing and movement rules.
Local Intel For Boulegeades
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best as a boat dive with a slow cove route for easier divers and an arch/cave extension for stronger profiles.
Wildlife at Boulegeades
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Boulegeades
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Boulegeades
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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