La grande Grenille

★★★★☆ (23)

La Grande Grenille in Antibes is a dive site located at depths of between 10 and 30 meters. Accessible to experienced divers, it features large rocks, wrecks and fascinating underwater tunnels.

Home to groupers, barracudas, lobsters, gorgonians and anemones. Abundant Mediterranean marine life in impressive rock formations.

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Total number of species: 250

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Port Marina Baie des Anges, 06270 VILLENEUVE-LOUBET, FRA

Dive Sites Nearby

TIKI DIVE / SAS SEA PROJECT, 83240 CAVALAIRE SUR MER

Grande Quairolles (★4.6)

In the extension of the middle Quairolles, this rock formation is covered with magnificent gorgoniums between 20 and 40 meters. This dive can be exposed to strong currents.
TIKI DIVE / SAS SEA PROJECT, 83240 CAVALAIRE SUR MER

Petite quairolles (★4.3)

Magnificent rock formation separated into two spots: the small and medium-sized Quairolle and the Grand Quairolle which descends around 40 m. The drop-offs are covered with magnificent gorgons between 15 and 40 meters.
TIKI DIVE / SAS SEA PROJECT, 83240 CAVALAIRE SUR MER

Moyenne Quairolles (★4.4)

Magnificent rock formation separated into two spots: the small and medium-sized Quairolle and the Grand Quairolle which descends around 40 m. The drop-offs are covered with magnificent gorgons between 15 and 40 meters.
TIKI DIVE / SAS SEA PROJECT, 83240 CAVALAIRE SUR MER

Moyen Sec (★4.6)

The average depth drops from 12 to 32 meters. It offers an unforgettable diving experience for lovers of underwater flora and fauna. The descent along the drop-off reveals a rich and diverse underwater world with beautiful gorgonians.
TIKI DIVE / SAS SEA PROJECT, 83240 CAVALAIRE SUR MER

Petit sec (★4.3)

In the extension of the tip of Cap Lardier, this rocky area is flush with the surface and goes down to 25 meters. It is a real haven for the local marine fauna.
TIKI DIVE / SAS SEA PROJECT, 83240 CAVALAIRE SUR MER

Prophète (★4.6)

South-east of Cap Lardier, on a sandy seabed 33m deep, lies the wreck of the Prophète. A cargo ship 43m long and 7m wide, with sail and steam propulsion, she sank on March 28, 1860 following an ingress of water. There were no casualties, but the cargo was lost.
TIKI DIVE / SAS SEA PROJECT, 83240 CAVALAIRE SUR MER

Dent de requin (★4.5)

Falling about twenty meters ending in an emerging rock resembling that of a shark’s tooth. Overhanged by a rocky plateau interspersed with small faults that allows beginner divers to discover many species.
TIKI DIVE / SAS SEA PROJECT, 83240 CAVALAIRE SUR MER

Cap Lardier (★3.9)

On this dive, you'll discover Cap Lardier, which offers spectacular views of Mediterranean flora and fauna in the sunlight. You'll also find a fascinating underwater tunnel.
BORMES PLONGEE, 83230 BORMES LES MIMOSAS

Espingole, wreck (★4.6)

A 56m*6m torpedo boat located in the bay of Cavalaire rests on a 39m sandy bottom. She sank on 4 February 1903 during an attempt to tow her to the port of Cavalaire after she ran aground on the dry land of Taillat.
TIKI DIVE / SAS SEA PROJECT, 83240 CAVALAIRE SUR MER

Trafik (★0.0)

The reasons for his shipwreck remain unknown. Given the quantity of concretions and the disappearance of superstructures, we can wonder if the ship sank at the time of the First World War. The wreck rests on a sandy bottom and can be exposed to a strong current.
TIKI DIVE / SAS SEA PROJECT, 83240 CAVALAIRE SUR MER

Les Brisées (★4.8)

At the foot of Cap Taillat, the Brisées are a multitude of rocks between 25 and 40 m in the middle of posidonia. The rock offers, at its western end, a tunnel about 5 meters deep.
TIKI DIVE / SAS SEA PROJECT, 83240 CAVALAIRE SUR MER

Îlot du Cap Taillat (★4.0)

The cap taillâtes is part of the so-called classification of the three capes of the Saint-Tropez peninsula. This large elongated islet is connected to the high relief of the shore by a strip of low and narrow land.
TIKI DIVE / SAS SEA PROJECT, 83240 CAVALAIRE SUR MER

Calanque Andati (★4.7)

You will first discover beautiful faults gradually sinking into the posidonia of the surface a dozen meters away. The visibility is excellent on a large part of sand where the sun’s rays offer beautiful colors for photos. you will also find small cavities.
Stéphane M. (#2262191)

Le Cimentier (★4.5)

Simply equip yourself with your fins, mask and snorkel and go on an adventure in the middle of the fabulous posidonia herbaria. Enjoy the beauty of the “garden of anemones“, be amazed by the mystery of the cement maker’s wreck. With a maximum depth of 3 meters, this trail is suitable for all swimmers.
TIKI DIVE / SAS SEA PROJECT, 83240 CAVALAIRE SUR MER

Tombant du Bailly (★4.1)

200m long rock strip located between 2 mainly sandy plateaus. houses a rich and diverse fauna. This dive site will not fail to amaze and surprise you.
TIKI DIVE / SAS SEA PROJECT, 83240 CAVALAIRE SUR MER

Togo (★4.9)

Togo hits a mine of UC35. The stern flows immediately and the bow drifts a hundred meters further. The wreck is impressive. The bridge overlooks the sand by about ten meters. The cargo of coal is still visible, you can see the kitchen and its two stoves, as well as the engine room.
TIKI DIVE / SAS SEA PROJECT, 83240 CAVALAIRE SUR MER

Torpilleur (★0.0)

He ended his career by serving as a shooting goal in Cavalaire Bay where he will eventually be sunk. Boiler and machinery had been removed beforehand. The wreck is laid on a background of sand and gravel. It is dislocated and comes in 4 sections roughly intact but interspersed with avachie parts.
TIKI DIVE / SAS SEA PROJECT, 83240 CAVALAIRE SUR MER

Dukw (★4.0)

The DUKW are 3 amphibious machines. The meaning of their name comes from the military terminology: “D“, to define the year1942, “U“ for amphibious, “K“ for all drive wheels and “W“ for its double wheel train at the rear.
Mares

Poursuivante (★3.9)

The wreck is in two parts that almost touch each other, in one place, the other is turned over. It is placed on a sand background but its sheets are well covered with orange crusty sponges and yellow tubulars.
BORMES PLONGEE, 83230 BORMES LES MIMOSAS

Rubis, wreck (★4.8)

The Ruby is one of the Mediterranean’s must-see wrecks. Ranked by the magazine Plongeurs International among the 101 most beautiful dives in the world, the Rubis is a pure jewel. To be able to observe a submarine in perfect condition is rare enough not to give yourself the opportunity to dive there.
TIKI DIVE / SAS SEA PROJECT, 83240 CAVALAIRE SUR MER

Roche fouras (★4.0)

At the foot of the semaphore of Cap Camarat, this rock goes down to 12 meters and is home to a very diverse fauna. Although it is the 300m strip, pay attention to the boats. The current can be very strong.
Mares, Predrag Vuckovic

Pampelonne Plage (★3.4)

Pampelonne Plage, near Saint-Tropez, is a popular dive site for its clear waters and varied underwater scenery. Suitable for divers of all levels, the site offers depths ranging from 5 to 25 meters. Divers can explore posidonia meadows and rock formations.
ALPHA BELUGA, 83600 PORT DE FRÉJUS

Le Relax, St. Tropez (★4.5)

Located in the Bay of Saint-Tropez, Le Relax is a shipwreck 27 m long and 5 m wide. It lies upright in water 35 m deep. Well preserved, the wreck is covered in gorgonians. Its corridor is accessible to divers and offers many surprises, including scorpions, conger eels, lobsters and more.
Mares

Roche Michel (★4.3)

La Roche Michel is a popular dive site in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. The site offers an enriching experience for divers, with rock formations and varied marine biodiversity.
École de plongée des Issambres, 83380 Les Issambres

La cathédrale Sainte Maxime (★4.2)

La Cathédrale, Sainte-Maxime is an exceptional dive site located in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. Suitable for intermediate to advanced divers, this site impresses with its majestic rock formations reminiscent of cathedral vaults. Depths range from 15 to 40 meters.