Albufeira marina operator page covering reef, wall, and artificial-reef diving.
Hermenegildo Capelo (Wreck) is a wreck dive in Algarve (Lagos)
Hermenegildo Capelo (Wreck) is a wreck dive in Algarve (Lagos)
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Hermenegildo Capelo (Wreck) is a local wreck in Algarve (Lagos). It brings together hermenegildo capelo is one of four portuguese navy ships placed as artificial reefs within an underwater park marked at the surface by signalling buoys. the wreck attracts marine growth and fish life such as conger eel, sea bream, and golden bream, and it is a penetrable shipwreck. this is a wreck dive on an artificial reef ship that can be penetrated. Shore access keeps the logistics direct and simple. It suits divers who want a simple wreck-focused plan with normal offshore checks.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Depth Note
Public descriptions do not consistently publish a shallow starting depth.
Best Season
Year-round; spring and autumn are often the most comfortable.
Typical Conditions
Offshore Atlantic conditions with usually weak to moderate current, variable visibility, and calmer windows in spring and autumn.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Keep an eye on overhead awareness if any swim-throughs are involved, and stay conservative on gas and route planning.
Access Restrictions
Plan the local shore entry and exit carefully.
Legal Notes
Follow operator guidance and local marine-area rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A guided wreck dive with normal offshore planning and a strong focus on route control and buoyancy.
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.
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Research Sources
Albufeira marina operator page covering reef, wall, and artificial-reef diving.
Official Albufeira sports brochure with year-round diving conditions and seasonal water temperatures.
Regional Algarve diving page with ordinary visibility guidance and weather-sensitive conditions.
Barlavento Algarve brochure describing generally weak-to-moderate current and year-round windows.
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