Boat-only wreck guide for experienced divers.
Catalan wreck dive with big structure and fish life
Catalan wreck dive with big structure and fish life
Local wreck operators know the entry, the deeper sections, and the day’s current.
Alice Robert, known locally as Le Bananier, is a deep Catalan wreck with a strong fruit-ship story and a broken, fish-heavy hull. The dive works as a deliberate circuit around wreck structure rather than a casual swim-through, with broken sections, darker spaces, and plenty of life holding the line. Groupers, anthias, catfish, and moray eels are typical, and the wreck rewards wreck training, careful buoyancy, and a torch.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
25m - 50m
Depth Note
The wreck starts around 25 m and drops to about 50 m, so it sits firmly in deep-wreck territory.
Best Season
April to November, with summer the easiest window.
Typical Conditions
Warm-season Mediterranean conditions with moderate currents and variable visibility.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Bring lights for darker areas and keep buoyancy tight around the broken sections.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only access and advanced wreck/deep comfort are required; the deeper sections are not for casual divers.
Legal Notes
Inside the Parc naturel marin du Golfe du Lion; follow marine-park rules and operator briefings.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A deep wreck dive for certified wreck teams with good buoyancy control and a torch for darker sections.
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
Boat-only wreck guide for experienced divers.
General Mediterranean season guidance used for the April-to-November window.
Official marine-park heritage page identifying Alice Robert as Le Bananier.
Local Cap Béar wreck page noting moderate currents and strong visibility for the area.
Wreck page with the depth band, fish, and popularity notes for Alice Robert / Le Bananier.
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