Faille de Plane
One of the highlights is a magnificent ten-meter tunnel, offering multiple entrances and exits for exploration. Adjacent to the tunnel is an impressive arch that adds a touch of wonder to your dive experience.
The main plateaus, ranging from 8 to 12 meters in length, provide ample opportunities for divers to observe the breathtaking marine life. Keep an eye out for lobsters, mostelles, and other fascinating fauna that have made the faults their home. At the entrance to the arch, you'll also be greeted by a vibrant shoal of sars, adding color and vibrancy to your underwater exploration.
With a maximum depth of 18 meters, this dive site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and even expert divers. The underwater visibility stretches up to 16 meters, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of this underwater paradise.
Located in the beautiful country of France, our dive site in Marseille, specifically the Digue de l'Aiglon area in Les Goudes, is easily accessible. Situated in the 8th Arrondissement of Marseille, in the Bouches-du-Rhône region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, this serene location is a must-visit for divers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Faille de Plane
Excellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Faille de Plane
Depth
18m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Faille de Plane
Wave Height
0.3m
Wind Speed
3.2 m/s
Water Temp
23.8°C
Visibility
48.9km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
5.75s
Air Temperature
24.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Faille de Plane
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 9.794425770308123/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.24m, Wind 2.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 9.098505747126437/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Faille de Plane are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Score: 9.8/10
Waves: 0.24m (5.95s), Wind: 2.1 m/s
Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.3m, Wind: 2.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Faille de PlaneAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Faille de Plane
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Faille de Plane
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Faille de Plane
Ideal Conditions for Faille de Plane
Water Temp
24.3°C / 75.7°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Faille de Plane
Faille de Plane shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.3°C) and December the coldest (20.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 3 hr. ago - Jun 19, 2026