Spot summary describing shore access, the wreck depth, and the surrounding marine life.
Shore-access wreck behind Lougne Island
Shore-access wreck behind Lougne Island
Épave de Lougne is a shore-access wreck dive behind the small island of Lougne, where a broken tugboat and the surrounding rocky bottom give the site its appeal. The route is compact and straightforward, with the wreck and nearby structure doing the heavy lifting rather than a long swim or complicated navigation. It suits divers comfortable planning a deeper recreational profile and looking for a site that rewards careful scanning of the metal and rock for fish life.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
22m
Depth Note
The wreck is reported at about 22 m behind Lougne Island.
Best Season
year-round
Typical Conditions
Shore-access wreck with a compact route; the main planning load is depth and the local approach, not long navigation.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Plan for a deeper recreational profile, stay disciplined on gas and no-decompression limits, and keep the route simple around the wreck and rocks.
Access Restrictions
Practical shore access behind Lougne Island; confirm the local entry point and any operator guidance before going.
Legal Notes
Respect local site rules and any operator guidance. Treat the wreck as a no-touch dive.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A compact wreck dive centered on the broken tugboat and surrounding rock.
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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Spot summary describing shore access, the wreck depth, and the surrounding marine life.
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