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La Pierre de Cassis
Boat-only Marseille wall with gorgonian ledges
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Local operator required
Boat access and route planning are handled by local clubs around Marseille.
Best as an operator-led boat dive in settled weather, with careful depth planning on the plateau and ridge rather than casual shore access.
About La Pierre de Cassis
La Pierre de Cassis is a Grand Congloué wall-and-plateau dive that runs out from the rock into a beak-shaped ridge. It is a boat-only Marseille classic for steady bottom time on the upper ledges, where gorgonians, groupers, barracudas, lobsters, and other Mediterranean life hide in faults and overhangs when the weather is settled.
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Research Estimate At La Pierre de Cassis
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentModerate current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is La Pierre de Cassis?
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La Pierre de Cassis Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 65m
Depth Note
The upper ridge starts around 15 m and the main walls drop to 60 m plus, so route choice matters.
Best Season
June to September
Typical Conditions
Settled weather and light sea state are best. East wind can roughen the surface and make visibility less clean.
Safety & Access At La Pierre de Cassis
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environmentWaves
Safety Notes
Recommended for intermediate to advanced divers due to depth and the presence of overhangs.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; keep to the authorized diving face of the islet and follow local marine-protection rules.
Legal Notes
Respect the protected zones around Grand Congloué and follow the briefing from your local operator.
Local Intel For La Pierre de Cassis
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Plan a controlled boat dive on the plateau and ridge, with conservative depth management and a clear ascent plan.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive target; the useful structure sits too deep for casual breath-hold exploration.
Snorkeling
Not a practical snorkel site; the interesting structure begins well below the surface.
Wildlife at La Pierre de Cassis
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At La Pierre de Cassis
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Dive Spot Log Averages At La Pierre de Cassis
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
