Describes the relocation and artificial-reef purpose at the foot of the Oceanographic Museum.
Monaco wreck-and-wall dive by the museum
Monaco wreck-and-wall dive by the museum
Usually dived with Monaco-area operators because it is a boat site under the museum.
Le Toulonnais is Monaco's museum-front tugboat wreck, now functioning as a compact artificial reef beside a second drop-off. The wreck is easy to orient on the descent, and the route can continue onto the nearby wall for a simple two-feature dive. It suits confident divers who want a classic Monaco wreck with clear structure, blue water, and steady fish life.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
20m - 31m
Depth Note
The wreck silhouette sits around 20 m and the nearby wall extends to roughly 30 m.
Typical Conditions
Blue-water wreck diving with a clear silhouette, a nearby wall, and a relaxed route when conditions are settled.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Plan gas, buoyancy, and turn pressure for the wreck plus the adjoining drop-off. The site suits confident divers more than casual sightseeing.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Wreck-first scuba dive with a short extension onto the wall for divers who want a second feature after the tugboat.
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.
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Research Sources
Describes the relocation and artificial-reef purpose at the foot of the Oceanographic Museum.
Official Monaco article about the wreck relocation and the new dive site.
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