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Community dive listing describes L'Étoile du Nord as a 38 m wreck deliberately sunk as a fish refuge.
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L'étoile du nord
L'étoile du nord is a boat wreck off Port-Vendres.
Local operator required
Boat access from Port-Vendres dive centers is the normal way to reach the wreck.
Boat-only wreck dive off Port-Vendres with a simple layout, deep profile, and a better fit for advanced divers on calm days.
About L'étoile du nord
L'étoile du nord is a boat-accessed wreck off Port-Vendres with a port-tilted hull and a clean, easy-to-read layout. The stern gear is prominent, capelin often gather around it, and the wreck works well as a single-dive exploration for advanced divers who want a straightforward read rather than a complex penetration. Because the structure is simple, the main planning questions are gas, ascent discipline, and picking a calm boat window.
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Research Estimate At L'étoile du nord
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeSome life
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is L'étoile du nord?
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L'étoile du nord Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
38m
Depth Note
Wreck rests on a 38 m seabed and is tilted to port; the full outline can be read in a single dive.
Best Season
Summer and early autumn for calmer seas and better visibility.
Typical Conditions
Calm Mediterranean conditions in summer; winter winds can bring stronger currents and less predictable visibility.
Safety & Access At L'étoile du nord
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Treat this as a deep wreck dive and plan gas, ascent, and no-decompression limits carefully.
Local Intel For L'étoile du nord
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Scuba Diving
Deep, easy-to-read wreck with a port tilt, stern gear, and a layout that can be explored in a single dive.
Recent Logged Visits At L'étoile du nord
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Dive Spot Log Averages At L'étoile du nord
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.