Sentier sous-marin
Place Louis Coulomb, Hyères, FRA
About the Center
The Sentier sous-marin, located near Tour Fondue in France, offers a unique underwater experience for all levels. SSI certified, the center provides a wide range of courses, from Discover Scuba Diving to Instructor Development Course, as well as specialties like Deep Diver, Boat Diving, and Wreck Diver. Freediving and Snorkeling activities are also offered.
The facility boasts essential amenities including parking, WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar, along with accommodation for a complete stay. Equipment rental and nitrox fills are available. Proximity to the airport is facilitated with a transfer service.
The center's highlight is its "Sentier sous-marin" (underwater trail) at Pointe du Bouvet, where visitors can explore a recreated Roman shipwreck site with amphorae. The trail is marked with information panels detailing the rich marine fauna, flora, and submerged heritage, including descriptions of species like the green anemone, damselfish, and starfish.
Visitors, whether individuals or school groups, can enjoy this archaeological discovery independently or with a guide. Supervision is provided by an archaeologist and a freediving instructor, ensuring a magical and educational experience for both diving enthusiasts and those interested in history and marine biology.
Available Courses
8 cursosDiscover Scuba Diving
Bautismo de buceo para quienes desean tener su primera experiencia bajo el agua con la supervisión de un instructor profesional.
Open Water Diver
Curso de iniciación al buceo recreativo. Obtén tu certificación para bucear de forma autónoma hasta 18 metros de profundidad.
Advanced Open Water
Curso avanzado de buceo que amplía las habilidades del buceador con inmersiones de especialidad incluyendo profundidad y navegación.
Instructor Development Course
Curso de instructor para formar nuevos profesionales del buceo capaces de certificar alumnos.
Freediving
Curso de apnea para aprender técnicas de inmersión en apnea y respiración, explorando el mar sin equipo de buceo.
Snorkeling
Excursión de snorkel para disfrutar de la vida marina desde la superficie con máscara, tubo y aletas.
Deep Diver
Especialidad de buceo profundo para explorar con seguridad hasta 40 metros de profundidad.
Wreck Diver
Especialidad de buceo en pecios para explorar restos hundidos de forma segura y planificada.
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The main dive sites mentioned are the wreck of 'Le Marcel' (depth 31m, requires Level 2), the 'Sec de Montrémian' (max depth 33m, suitable for Level 1 and above), and the 'Sentier marin de Pampelonne' for snorkeling (average depth 2m).
The park's waters are rich in marine life, including groupers, sargos, barracudas, various wrasse species, and small-spotted catsharks, especially in winter and spring. You can also observe abundant flora like Posidonia seagrass meadows and gorgonian fans.
Yes, diving is strictly regulated to protect the environment. Divers need authorization, often managed through the 'Carnet de Plongée en Ligne' (CaPeL). Regulations include limiting diver numbers, prohibiting disturbance of marine life, mandatory BCD use, and respecting mooring rules.
'Le Marcel' is a historical steamship wreck from 1895, located at 31 meters. It serves as a habitat for many fish and a breeding ground for small catsharks. The site is sheltered with weak currents, making it accessible for certified divers.
Yes, the 'Sentier marin de Pampelonne' is a marine trail designed for snorkeling. It features submerged panels and buoys to educate visitors about the local marine life and the importance of Posidonia seagrass meadows, with an average depth of around 2 meters.