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Published Jul 12, 2022Deep wreck tour with strong currents, short slack, deck depth, and decompression guidance.
Dive Spot Guide•
Saracen
Saracen: deep Brittany wreck with strong tides
Technical charter-boat wreck in the Chenal du Four, where short slack windows and strong tides matter more than the wreck's remaining fittings.
About Saracen
The Saracen is a deep WWI wreck in the Chenal du Four, lying upright on the keel with cannon, propeller, and other fittings still visible. Strong and unstable tides mean the dive depends on short slack windows, and the boiler area carries numerous gorgonians while lobsters, crayfish, and other small life hide in the structure. It is a serious wreck dive rather than a casual scenic stop.
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Research Estimate At Saracen
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessDifficult access
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
CurrentVery strong current
Where Is Saracen?
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Saracen Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
48m - 54m
Depth Note
The deck is around 48m at high-water slack, and the propeller and rudder sit around 54m.
Best Season
Year-round, but only on the right slack-water windows.
Typical Conditions
Deep wreck in the Chenal du Four with strong, unstable tidal flow and short slack water.
Safety & Access At Saracen
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Entanglement riskStrong current
Safety Notes
A heavy trawl net crosses part of the wreck, so entanglement awareness matters as much as the current and depth.
Access Restrictions
Technical dive only; use a charter boat and a decompression plan, and dive only at slack with an experienced skipper.
Legal Notes
Standard wreck- and boat-diving procedures apply.
Local Intel For Saracen
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The wreck sits at about 50 m and features remaining fittings such as a cannon and propeller.
Freediving
Not a freedive site; the wreck is deep and demands technical scuba experience.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site; the wreck sits far too deep for surface-only use.
Wildlife at Saracen
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Saracen
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Saracen
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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