This dive site is the wreck of Stella Maris, a sand transport barge that sank in the 1950s due to a storm. The wreck, which measures approximately 38 meters in length and rests at a depth of 25 meters, offers an intriguing diving experience. It’s renowned for its abundant population of European conger eels – a massive grongo – with their dens located within the central crane structure of the vessel. Additionally, sizable scorpionfish are commonly found on the wreck. The site presents a relatively accessible dive due to the gentle depth and established fish presence, making it suitable for divers comfortable exploring shipwrecks.
Stella Maris/ferro
Adriatic wreck dive renowned for large conger eels.
Boat Access
22m Avg Depth
25m Max Depth
About this dive site
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Good Viz
Brought to you by Bully Diving - Barricata
Plan Your Visit
wreckeelwide anglemacro photographyintermediate
Marine Life
Crab
Blenny
Scorpionfish
Northern Clingfish
European Conger
California Spiny Lobster
John Dory
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Wreck dive at 25 meters requires good buoyancy and wreck diving experience.
Hazards:
DepthEntanglement
Current Strength:
Mild
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