This dive site features the impressive wreck of the Italian scout cruiser Rossarol, which sank in 1918 after hitting a mine. Lying at a depth of 40 to 60 meters, the wreck is broken in two and offers a challenging but rewarding dive for experienced technical divers. It is now an artificial reef teeming with marine life, including large conger eels and lobsters.
Rossarol 1, Wreck
Impressive, deep historic warship wreck for technical divers.
Boat Access
50m Avg Depth
60m Max Depth
About this dive site
Diving
Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Plan Your Visit
wreckdeep divetechnical divingadvanced onlyhistoric wreckboat divecroatiapula
Marine Life
Scorpionfish
Sponge
California Spiny Lobster
Damselfish
Gorgonian
Conger Eel
John Dory
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Advanced
Deep wreck (40-60m) requires technical diving certification and experience.
Hazards:
depthcurrentboat trafficentanglement hazard
Current Strength:
Moderate
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