Directory summary with wreck profile and fauna.
Sheltered deep wreck with congers and crustaceans.
Sheltered deep wreck with congers and crustaceans.
Espingole is a classic Cavalaire wreck with a sandy-bottom profile and a compact hull that can be circled in one dive. It is a boat-access deep wreck for experienced scuba divers, known for congers, crustaceans and grouper around the structure, with good visibility and usually manageable water movement when the weather window is right. Historic ordnance remains part of the site's character, so it rewards disciplined wreck diving.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
39m
Depth Note
Wreck rests on a 39 m sandy bottom.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Deep sandy-bottom wreck dive with weak current, good visibility, and an exposed bay that is best on settled days.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
This is a deep wreck dive around 39 m; appropriate training, gas planning, and depth limits are important.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; go with a guide, choose calm weather, and respect the wreck's deep profile.
Legal Notes
Historic ordnance remains in the bow area; keep clear of loose material and follow guide instructions.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A deep wreck dive with the structure sitting on a sandy bottom at about 39 m.
Freediving
Not a freedive target; the wreck sits around 39 m.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site; the wreck is too deep for surface viewing.
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
Directory summary with wreck profile and fauna.
Operator page with depth, current and visibility notes.
Cavalaire tourism page describing the bay as a major Mediterranean diving area.
Official tourism page noting little current, good visibility and the wind window for Cavalaire diving.
Independent travel guide with sheltered-wreck context and experienced-diver framing.
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