Dive-site story
Situated along the red porphyry coastline of the Massif de l'Estérel, Rocher d’Aurelle features submerged volcanic rock formations, rocky drop-offs, and posidonia seagrass meadows. Divers explore tumbled boulders and walls encrusted with sponges and red gorgonian fans, leading into deeper sandy patches where Mediterranean marine life congregates.
Vivid contrast between red porphyry volcanic rocks and deep blue Mediterranean water
Coralligenous drop-offs covered in purple and yellow gorgonian seafans
Cavities and fissures sheltering octopuses, groupers, and moray eels
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late spring through autumn offers the warmest water temperatures and calmest sea conditions along the Côte d'Azur.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dusky GrouperEpinephelus marginatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean MorayMuraena helena | Common | ||||||||||||
| Red GorgonianParamuricea clavata | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common OctopusOctopus vulgaris | Common | ||||||||||||
| Brown MeagreSciaena umbra | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
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