Pierre Jaques

Type:

Scuba Diving

Entry:Unknown

Difficulty:Advanced

Tags:

DeepWall

About This Dive Spot

This site begins around 15 m and slopes down to about 48 m across scattered rocks, creating a subdued underwater ambience. Red gorgonians are a key feature, carpeting sections of the terrain. A gorgonian plateau gradually breaks up and drops onto a line of loose rocks, offering structure and relief as depth increases.

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15m - 48m

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Starts at 15 m and descends to 48 m, with a gorgonian plateau that breaks up onto loose rocks.

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A depth range from 15–48 m makes this best suited to experienced divers, with the main interest along the gorgonian plateau and deeper rocky sections.

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Spots Near Pierre Jaques

📍 0.8 km

Sec a Pierre

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This boat dive features a broad posidonia plateau that leads to a drop-off, creating unusual underwater relief. At the base of the wall, rocky outcrops are arranged in regular, perpendicular lines. The site is known for large gorgonians and a scenic seascape. Marine life is present but described as relatively limited overall, with sightings including dentys and lobsters.

📍 1.3 km

Le Chameau

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This site features an elongated rock formation with two hump-like high points. The shallowest part sits around 10 m and is marked by a mooring buoy, with the dive descending to about 42 m near an area known as Dante’s Inferno. Divers can encounter a variety of Mediterranean marine life here, including groupers, barracudas, lobsters, and abundant nudibranchs.

📍 1.9 km

Le Sécanion

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This dive site is reached in about {{ 35 | duration:minutes }}utes from Golfe Juan and is well suited to new divers, with a maximum depth around 18 m. It features several adjacent rocky “patates” that create an appealing underwater layout. Marine life is described as abundant, including corbs, groupers, and octopus, and the site is reported to be relatively lightly dived.

📍 2.3 km

La Petite Françoise

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This site is reached by boat and is split into two distinct areas. One section follows a wall marked by a mooring buoy, while the other is around an islet and is described as suitable for beginners. Marine life highlights include large groupers, moray eels, rock fish, and lobsters, with colorful vegetation and extensive posidonia seagrass.

📍 2.7 km

Grotte à Corail

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This site features a steep drop-off capped by a shallow plateau around 3–5 m, marked by a buoy. The wall descends to about 38 m and ends at a large rock covered in red gorgonians. It offers a variety of marine life along the wall and is described as suitable from beginner through advanced levels.

📍 3.3 km

Le Tombant du Vengeur

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Located east of Île Sainte-Marguerite, this site is reached after roughly a 40-minute sail and is identified by a mooring buoy reserved for dive centers. A shallow plateau around 7 m is cut by a drop-off that continues for several hundred metres. Divers can expect a mix of reef life along the plateau and the wall, including groupers, dentys, barracudas, spiny lobsters, sea hares, nudibranchs, and moray eels.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best entry point at Pierre Jaques?

Entry at Pierre Jaques is detailed in the spot description above. Look for specific landmarks, access paths, and any tide or condition requirements. Local divers often share updated entry tips in their dive logs.

What conditions are best for diving Pierre Jaques?

Optimal conditions at Pierre Jaques depend on several factors including tide, wind, and season. Check recent dive logs for current condition reports and patterns. Generally, calmer seas and high tide provide better visibility and easier entry.

What is the maximum depth and typical visibility at Pierre Jaques?

Depth and visibility information for Pierre Jaques can be found in the spot details and recent dive logs. Conditions can vary significantly based on weather, tide, and season. Always plan your dive according to current conditions and your certification level.

Are there any safety considerations or local etiquette at Pierre Jaques?

When diving Pierre Jaques, respect local regulations, marine life, and other water users. Be aware of any specific hazards like currents or boat traffic mentioned in the spot description. Follow Leave No Trace principles and local diving etiquette.