This dive site, Fosse la teste, is an artificial diving pit located within the Stade Nautique de La Teste-de-Buch in France. Situated along the RN 250, surrounded by pines and greenery, it is a prominent feature of the Plaine Gilbert Moga sports campus. Its unique vertical architecture, described as rising like a lighthouse, offers a controlled environment primarily designed for dive training and skill development. It stands out in the region for its significant depth.
As an artificial diving pit, Fosse la teste does not host natural marine animals or plants. The environment is entirely man-made and maintained for human recreational and training purposes, rather than supporting an ecosystem.
The best time to visit this dive site is year-round, given its indoor-like, controlled nature. It is an excellent facility for divers of all levels to practice skills, conduct confined water training, and perform deep dives up to 18 meters. It is particularly well-suited for freedivers looking for a reliable, deep environment for breath-hold training and personal best attempts. Divers should bring their own equipment as it is primarily a training facility.
