Dive-center page listing the wreck among Palermo-area sites.
Deep Sicilian wreck dive for experienced divers
Deep Sicilian wreck dive for experienced divers
Junkers Ju-52 (Wreck) is a deep wreck dive off the Sicilian coast, where a German transport plane lies on a sandy seabed a short distance from the port. The wreck is a striking artificial reef with eels, groupers, stingrays, sponges, and gorgonians around the airframe, but it demands careful planning because the depth and overhead structure make it a dive for experienced wreck divers. Buoyancy and gas management matter more than speed.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
46m
Depth Note
The wreck rests at about 46 meters on sandy bottom.
Best Season
Year-round when conditions allow.
Typical Conditions
Deep sandy-bottom wreck with eels, groupers, sponges, and gorgonians.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Depth is significant and the overhead structure requires disciplined wreck-diving practices.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only. Deep wreck diving experience strongly recommended.
Legal Notes
Use appropriate training, gas planning, and wreck-dive experience before attempting the site.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A deep wreck dive to an aircraft resting at about 46 m on sand.
Freediving
Not suitable for freediving.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site.
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
Dive-center page listing the wreck among Palermo-area sites.
Technical-dive article with wreck history, sand burial, and marine life notes.
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