Montpellier

Montpellier is a university city in southern France and a gateway to nearby coastal diving along the Mediterranean, rather than a diving hub itself. While the city sits inland by the coast and has a modest elevation, most diving activity occurs along the Mediterranean coast within a short drive, with several dive centers located along the coast offering day trips, discovery courses, and equipment rental. Freshwater diving options are limited in the immediate area; divers typically travel to coastal sites for oceanography, reefs, and wrecks, depending on the season. If you’re planning a dive trip, use Montpellier as a base to explore the coastal towns of the Hérault department and the wider Occitanie coastline.