Portosub/Buceo Pontevedra gallery showing Cordero Gonzalez among local wreck dives.
Managed wreck dive near Ons.
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A local Ons or Sanxenxo operator is needed for boat timing and wreck briefing.
Managed wreck dive near the island of Ons with an upright hull, fine-sand bottom, and buoyancy-sensitive structure.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
20m - 27m
Depth Note
The published listings place the wreck around 20 m average depth and 27 m maximum depth, with a very fine sand bottom.
Best Season
Year-round; operators run it on calm visibility windows.
Typical Conditions
Fine-sand wreck with moderate visibility and a strong need for precise buoyancy because the bottom silts easily.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Keep trim tight over the fine sand and avoid touching down, because silt can erase visibility quickly.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; best for advanced certified divers with strong buoyancy control.
Legal Notes
Use licensed local operators and follow the Ons-area route and marine access rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for advanced divers who are comfortable holding position over soft sand and following a wreck plan.
Freediving
Not a freedive target.
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
Portosub/Buceo Pontevedra gallery showing Cordero Gonzalez among local wreck dives.
Dive listing with depth, visibility, boat access, and species notes.
Independent article on the wreck's local prominence and conservation.
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