Cascais operator FAQ with site-depth ranges and common logistics.
Pedra da Pata Roxa is a dive site dive in Lisbon Coast (Cascais)
Pedra da Pata Roxa is a dive site dive in Lisbon Coast (Cascais)
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Pedra da Pata Roxa is a local dive site in Lisbon Coast (Cascais). It brings together pedra da pata roxa is a boat-access dive reached by about a 20-minute ride from a marina to the southwest. the site features a rocky seabed broken up by sandy patches. the dive is around deep with a depth is around with a maximum of over rocky bottom and sand patches. Shore access keeps the logistics direct and simple. It suits divers who want a balanced local dive with clear planning value.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
24m - 30m
Depth Note
Public descriptions report a maximum depth of 30 m; the shallow starting depth is not consistently published.
Best Season
Late spring through early autumn is usually the most comfortable window.
Typical Conditions
Atlantic swell and surge can change quickly; visibility is often moderate and current can build on exposed days.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Keep a normal buoyancy and sea-state check before entry, and follow the local operator briefing.
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 dive site dive that rewards steady buoyancy and a normal local briefing.
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
Cascais operator FAQ with site-depth ranges and common logistics.
Portugal Dive Cascais listing page with multiple Cascais spots and short descriptors.
Cascais operator page with local diving context and site examples.
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