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Passe en S #12
Le Chariot is a tide-sensitive wreck dive in the Bassin d'Arcachon.
Local operator required
The tide window and site handling are best managed by a local Arcachon operator.
A boat dive on an old sand dredger wreck outside the Bassin d'Arcachon, where tide timing and visibility shape the whole experience.
About Passe en S #12
Le Chariot is a tide-sensitive wreck dive in the Bassin d'Arcachon, reached by boat and usually dived around slack water. The wreck sits on a sandy seabed near the south pass, with a broader depth range that keeps the dive interesting for confirmed divers. Expect an artificial reef feel, variable visibility, and a steady mix of wreck life when the water is calm.
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Research Estimate At Passe en S #12
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 6m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralSome damage
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Passe en S #12?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Passe en S #12 Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
20m - 41m
Depth Note
The wreck is commonly described around 30 m at slack tide, with reported dive ranges spanning roughly 20-41 m depending on tide and reference point.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer weather and slack-tide windows preferred.
Typical Conditions
Atlantic wreck dive, variable visibility, strong tidal flow near the passes, and colder water than warm-water destinations.
Safety & Access At Passe en S #12
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Strong current
Safety Notes
Use a local skipper, check the tide, and treat the wreck as a deeper open-water dive rather than an easy sightseeing stop.
Access Restrictions
Boat access through Arcachon dive operators and tide planning are the practical requirements; the site is not a casual shore dive.
Legal Notes
Normal channel and tide discipline applies in the Bassin d'Arcachon, so timing and navigation matter.
Local Intel For Passe en S #12
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A boat dive for confident divers who can read current and depth changes. The site starts with an easy slope before dropping into deeper wreck terrain.
Freediving
Not a freedive target; the depth and current make scuba the right choice.
Snorkeling
Not suitable as a snorkel site because the wreck sits too deep for useful surface viewing.
Wildlife at Passe en S #12
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Passe en S #12
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Passe en S #12
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility6m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
