Depth band, beginner level, and low-traffic official listing.
La Cride: shore dive with caves, drop-offs, and easy access.
La Cride: shore dive with caves, drop-offs, and easy access.
La Cride is a shore dive at Pointe de la Cride near Sanary-sur-Mer, with a rocky entry, a short approach to the beacon, and a shallow-to-moderate profile that stays friendly for local diving. The site mixes drop-offs, rocky screes, and cave features, so it works well for divers who want an easy-access outing with enough structure and marine life to keep the route interesting.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 20m
Depth Note
Shallow-to-moderate point dive around the beacon, with caves and drop-offs that vary by line.
Typical Conditions
Sheltered by east wind, with a short pebble-beach approach and a point profile that stays manageable for most local dives.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Cave features may create overhead environments; use appropriate training and equipment before entering.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Depths range from 15–35 m with varied scenery suitable for divers of all levels.
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
Depth band, beginner level, and low-traffic official listing.
Shore entry, parking, and beacon approach for Pointe de la Cride.
Low summer traffic and rocky access at the point.
Local dive-club and support infrastructure in Sanary-sur-Mer.
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