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Secca dei mattoni
Advanced Ponza wreck on a sandy secca with strong current.
Western Ponza wreck dive with a shallow top, sandy bottom, and strong current that suits experienced wreck divers.
About Secca dei mattoni
Secca dei mattoni is a classic Ponza wreck/secca off the island's western side, with a sandy shoal, broken structure, and enough current that the site rewards experienced wreck divers more than casual reef visitors. The appeal is the archaeology and fish life around the wreck rather than a deep profile, so timing, boat handling, and line discipline matter.
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Research Estimate At Secca dei mattoni
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentStrong current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is Secca dei mattoni?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Secca dei mattoni Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 30m
Depth Note
Some guides describe the shoal rising from 30 m to 3 m, while wreck-focused dive plans commonly work in the 8-30 m band.
Best Season
Spring and fall, with summer workable but usually busier.
Typical Conditions
Warm-season water can be very clear, but currents are often strong and the site suits experienced divers.
Safety & Access At Secca dei mattoni
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Restricted accessStrong current
Safety Notes
Treat the site as a current-prone wreck dive. Keep good line discipline, stay within experience limits, and avoid pushing the site in rough-water conditions.
Access Restrictions
Boat access from Ponza is normal; this is not a shore-walk dive.
Legal Notes
Treat the area as an archaeological wreck site and do not remove amphora fragments, cargo, or structural remains.
Local Intel For Secca dei mattoni
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A classic Mediterranean wreck/secca for experienced wreck divers, with the main interest lying in the archaeology, structure, and fish life rather than depth.
Freediving
Only on very calm days and only for confident freedivers; the site is really a scuba wreck.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is only for very calm conditions because the wreck is current-prone and the best structure sits below the surface.
Wildlife at Secca dei mattoni
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Secca dei mattoni
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Secca dei mattoni
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
