Dive-site story
Resting off the coast of Torrox on the Costa del Sol, this historic steamship wreck carried a cargo of grains and provisions when it sank during the Spanish Civil War. The broken metal hull now lies scattered across a mixed seabed of sand and rock. Marine growth heavily encrusts the iron ribs and boiler sections, providing shelter for a wide range of Mediterranean invertebrates and coastal fish species.
Extensive structural wreckage including recognizable steam engine components and exposed hull framing
Dense populations of octopuses and cuttlefish inhabiting the rusted iron crevices
Macro photography opportunities with diverse Mediterranean nudibranch species on the encrusted metal plates
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Calm seas and warmer water temperatures make late spring through early autumn the most reliable window for diving.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common OctopusOctopus vulgaris | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean MorayMuraena helena | Common | ||||||||||||
| Grey TriggerfishBalistes capriscus | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Flabellina NudibranchFlabellina affinis | Common | ||||||||||||
| White SeabreamDiplodus sargus | Common |
Marine forecast
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