France

Carcassonne

Carcassonne - photo 1

Photo by Deniz Demirci on Unsplash.

Carcassonne is a historic inland city in southern France, best known for its medieval walled citadel. It isn’t a diving hotspot itself, and the nearby coast is several hours away by road. There are no local dive sites or centers in the city. If you’re visiting for sightseeing, you can plan day trips toward Atlantic coast and Mediterranean access, or explore freshwater diving opportunities further afield in the region via authorized training in nearby facilities. For divers, the city is more about culture and as a potential gateway to larger coastal diving hubs in southern France.

Essential information for traveling in France

About France

Sea
Mediterranean Sea - Western Basin, Celtic Sea, ...
Timezone
Europe/Paris
Languages
FR
Demonym
French
Phone prefix
+33

Practicalities

Currency
EUR
Plug type
Type C, Type E, Type F
Airports
CDG ORY MRS NCE TLS

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Carcassonne

Nearby Dive Centers (3)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Carcassonne

The best time to dive in Carcassonne

The best months to dive in Carcassonne are from July to August. Temperatures are confortable (24-26°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
8 °C
02 - Feb.
9 °C
03 - Mar.
10 °C
04 - Apr.
14 °C
05 - May
18 °C
06 - Jun.
25 °C
07 - Jul.
24 °C
08 - Aug.
26 °C
09 - Sept.
19 °C
10 - Oct.
16 °C
11 - Nov.
11 °C
12 - Dec.
9 °C

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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