This dive site is a man-made marine pool with seawater, subject to tidal influences. The rocky reef nearby offers interesting visibility at shallow depths. It’s particularly attractive during high tide. A map on Google can provide more details about the location and surrounding reef. The depth of the pool is -6 meters.
La Piscine de Donville
Shallow, man-made tidal pool and reef, ideal for beginners.
Shore Access
4m Avg Depth
6m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Poor
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Northern Clingfish
Crab
Atlantic Beadlet Anemone
Blenny
Ballan Wrasse
European Lobster
Shrimp
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Beginner
Very shallow (6m) and protected, making it perfect for training and first dives.
Hazards:
currentslippery rocks
Current Strength:
Variable
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