Regional tourism page describing the ridge, depth, and diver level.
Porquerolles ridge with eels, crevices, and buoy-marked access.
Porquerolles ridge with eels, crevices, and buoy-marked access.
Le sec des Langoustiers is a submerged ridge on the west coast of Porquerolles, running parallel to the cliffs. The site is marked by buoys in high season and is known for rocky faults and crevices that hold plenty of life, especially conger eels and moray eels. It is a boat-accessed offshore ridge that suits divers comfortable with depth and a Nitrox-friendly profile.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 35m
Depth Note
Rock head at about 14 m; maximum depth is 35 m and the average depth is described as suitable for Nitrox.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Rocky ridge, gorgonian-covered crevices, and a deeper profile that favors Nitrox planning.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Plan the dive conservatively around depth, buoy markers, and Nitrox use if appropriate.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only access; use the marked buoy area and a dive operator familiar with Porquerolles.
Legal Notes
Follow local marine-park and operator guidance for buoyed access and deeper dives.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best as a boat dive for certified divers who want a deeper Mediterranean ridge and a Nitrox-friendly profile.
Freediving
Not a freedive target because the ridge is deep and boat accessed.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel target because the site is a deeper offshore ridge.
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
Regional tourism page describing the ridge, depth, and diver level.
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