This dive site is an artificial reef centered around the tugboat 'Bernardin', intentionally sunk in 2004. The wreck sits on a sandy bottom and is now richly colonized with marine growth, attracting a high diversity of macro life. It is considered one of the best locations for underwater photography in the Slovenian Adriatic.
The Pearl of Bernardin
Shallow tugboat wreck creating a vibrant artificial reef.
Shore Access
18m Avg Depth
21m Max Depth
About this dive site
DivingFreediving
Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Poor
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Good
Water Visibility Good Viz
Plan Your Visit
wreckshore divemacro photographybeginner friendlyartificial reefnudibranchsloveniapiran
Marine Life
Blenny
Scorpionfish
Sponge
Northern Clingfish
Gilthead Seabream
Conger Eel
Crab
Seahorse
Nudibranch
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Shallow wreck in a protected bay with generally calm conditions, suitable for training but also enjoyed by photographers.
Hazards:
boat trafficentanglement
Current Strength:
Mild
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