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Community map page placing Punta del Ferro on the L'Escala coast near Platja de l'Illa Mateua.
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Punta del ferro
Shore-access L'Escala coast site with snorkel options.
Scuba DivingSnorkelingShoreIntermediate
Reef
L'Escala coast site with shore access, snorkel-friendly shallows, and guided support when the weather is settled.
About Punta del ferro
Punta del ferro is a coast-first L'Escala site on the Montgri shoreline, with shallow rocky relief, snorkel-friendly sections, and enough depth to stay interesting for scuba when the sea is calm. Expect mixed Mediterranean fish life and a site that rewards picking the right weather window.
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Research Estimate At Punta del ferro
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Punta del ferro?
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Punta del ferro Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
8m - 22m
Depth Note
The documented site range is about 8 to 22 m on the coast profile, with shallower snorkeling water close to shore.
Best Season
Spring and autumn for clearer water; summer for easier logistics.
Typical Conditions
Shallow Mediterranean coast, rocky entries, and weather-sensitive visibility. Calm days are pleasant; tramuntana days are much less appealing.
Safety & Access At Punta del ferro
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
SurgeWaves
Safety Notes
Check weather before you go, keep the entry and exit conservative, and turn early if the north wind or chop ramps up.
Access Restrictions
Use the shore approach and plan around sea state; the coast is much less comfortable when the tramuntana is up.
Legal Notes
Respect Montgri and local L'Escala marine-area guidance when diving the coast.
Local Intel For Punta del ferro
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Useful as an easy-to-moderate shore dive when the sea is calm, especially for local operators who can work around the weather.
Freedive
Possible for casual freediving in the shallow sections, but best treated as a snorkel and scuba site rather than a freedive target.
Snorkel
One of the better snorkel-friendly coast entries around L'Escala when the sea is settled.
Punta del ferro Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Punta del ferro
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Exposure Note
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Wildlife at Punta del ferro
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Punta del ferro
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Punta del ferro
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
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Punta del ferro Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Punta del ferro Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.costabravalifestyle.com · Independent
Independent Costa Brava dive overview with visibility range and regional marine-life context.
www.diveparadis.com · Operator
L'Escala dive-center page showing local operator support, training, and shore-day logistics in the area.
www.submarinismocostabrava.com · Operator
Local dive-center association page with L'Escala weather sensitivity, guide support, and daily departures.
www.visitlescala.com · Tourism
Official tourism page with Punta del Ferro depth range, coast/snorkel/diving classification, and local support context.
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