Operator guidance on shore entry, depth, and penetration suitability.
Relitto di Pomonte: shallow shore wreck for snorkel and freedive visits.
Relitto di Pomonte: shallow shore wreck for snorkel and freedive visits.
Relitto di Pomonte is a shallow wreck off Pomonte on Elba's west coast, popular because you can reach it from the beach and tour the hull without a boat. The open structure gives you an easy exterior circuit with bright water and clear sightlines, while the interior is best left to trained divers who are comfortable with overhead space. Calm weather makes the site much easier to enjoy, especially for snorkel and freedive visits.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 13m
Depth Note
The wreck sits on a 12 m seabed and rises to a few meters from the surface.
Best Season
Late spring through early autumn, with calmer summer water usually making the easiest access and the most relaxed snorkel conditions.
Typical Conditions
Clear water, weak current, and a shallow wreck profile are normal; west-coast wind and swell are the main things that can narrow the comfortable window.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Interior and engine-room penetration introduces an overhead environment; plan accordingly and stay within training and comfort limits.
Access Restrictions
Shore access is straightforward, but westerly wind or swell can make the swim-out a poor choice.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
An easy exterior wreck dive with big openings and a light-filled circuit; only enter the interior if you are trained and comfortable overhead.
Freediving
Freedivers get a compact, shallow profile with easy visual reference and quick surface recovery, but should keep any penetration out of scope.
Snorkeling
A strong snorkel option on calm days: the wreck is easy to spot from the surface in clear water and stays shallow across the whole profile.
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
Operator guidance on shore entry, depth, and penetration suitability.
Beach access page with winds, parking, and facilities.
Dive-site page with access, current, and snorkel suitability guidance.
Directory page with visibility, current, seasonality, and resident species.
Tourism blog with crowding language and species detail.
Tourism note on shallow-water visibility and fish life.
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