Chamagnieu Plongée

Chamagnieu Plongée is a dive center located in Chamagnieu, France, situated just 30 minutes from Lyon and near Saint-Exupéry airport. The site features a dedicated, 2.5-hectare freshwater lake with depths ranging from 0 to 18 meters, specifically developed for diving activities. A designated shallow area, with a maximum depth of 6 meters, is set aside for safe introductory dives.

The center offers a comprehensive range of certification courses, recognized by PADI, SSI, and TDI. These include Discover Scuba Diving, Open Water Diver, Enriched Air Nitrox, and specialties such as Boat Diving and Deep Diver. They also provide TDI technical diving courses and French federation qualifications like Niveau 3 FFESSM, Niveau 4 Guide Palanquée, and RIFAP. For those seeking leisure dives, opportunities exist for pleasure dives, as well as refresher courses and Level 3 introductory training.

Chamagnieu Plongée provides facilities including showers, lockers, a bar, and a dive shop. Equipment rental is available, and the center offers air and nitrox fills. The facilities support both boat diving and night diving. The lake's aquatic life includes fish such as perch, roach, and carp, and with luck, crayfish and sturgeon can be spotted. Water temperatures between May and October range from 18°C to 24°C with good visibility.

The center regularly hosts training sessions for Niveau 4 and first aid courses like PSC1 and PSE1. Its location, close to Lyon and the airport, makes it a convenient hub for both local and international divers. The website offers details on reservations, rates, schedules, and recent events.