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Le mur du Nord
Le mur du Nord: Porquerolles wall dive with gorgonians.
Porquerolles boat dive with a broad rocky wall, gorgonians, and posidonia meadows; best for careful current planning and easy scenic profiles.
About Le mur du Nord
Le mur du Nord is a Porquerolles wall dive built around a broad rocky slope, gorgonians, and posidonia meadows. The upper section is easy to read, while the deeper edge feels more open when current is running. It is a good fit for guided scuba and relaxed exploration, with barracudas, groupers, and plenty of Mediterranean fish life.
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Research Estimate At Le mur du Nord
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Le mur du Nord?
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Le mur du Nord Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
1m - 30m
Depth Note
Listed depths run from about 1m to 30m, with some local sheets focusing on the 10-20m wall section.
Best Season
June to October, with late summer usually giving the clearest water.
Typical Conditions
Usually clear water with a rocky wall, gorgonians, and posidonia meadows; the shallow top feels easier than the exposed outer face.
Safety & Access At Le mur du Nord
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
Keep depth conservative on the wall, watch current direction before committing to the outer edge, and plan the return with the group.
Access Restrictions
Guided operator access is the practical norm, and Porquerolles mooring rules protect seagrass and other sensitive zones.
Legal Notes
Park-managed moorings and protected zones apply; do not anchor over posidonia and respect local navigation rules.
Local Intel For Le mur du Nord
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Suitable for divers of all levels across a 1–30 m depth range.
Freediving
Experienced freedivers can use the shallow fringe in calm conditions, but the site is still more rewarding on scuba.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is best only on the shallowest ledges or in very calm conditions.
Wildlife at Le mur du Nord
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Le mur du Nord
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Le mur du Nord
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
