This dive site, Plage de la Palud, is a picturesque beach located within Port Cros National Park, established in 1963 as the Mediterranean's oldest marine park. This site is renowned for its calm, crystal-clear waters, making underwater navigation straightforward. Its history as a protected marine area has fostered a thriving ecosystem where marine life has become accustomed to human presence.
The waters are teeming with hundreds of relatively sociable fish, creating a vibrant underwater spectacle. It is notably one of the few places in France where divers and snorkelers can easily spot the elusive brown meagre and the impressive dusky grouper at shallow depths, highlighting the exceptional biodiversity of the site.
The calm, clear conditions make Plage de la Palud an exceptional destination for snorkelers and freedivers, particularly during warmer months (spring to autumn) when marine life is most active. Its unique combination of rare species and a protected, accessible environment offers an unforgettable underwater experience for visitors of all ages.
