France

Biscarrosse

Biscarrosse sits on the Bay of Biscay in southwestern France and serves as a gateway for nearby coastal diving along the Atlantic. The town itself isn’t a major diving hub, but the area offers access to beach and coastal dives, shipwrecks, and nearby freshwater options a short drive away. Local dive centers provide courses, equipment rental, and guided shore and boat dives to nearby sites. Expect temperate Atlantic conditions, with variable visibility, marine life typical of the Bay of Biscay, and a mix of sandy bottoms and rocky outcrops within reach of a day trip.

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 Biscarrosse

Nearby Dive Sites (3)

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Biscarrosse

The best time to dive in Biscarrosse

The best months to dive in Biscarrosse are from June to September. Temperatures are confortable (18-22°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
8 °C 11 °C 6/10
02 - Feb.
9 °C 12 °C 8/10
03 - Mar.
11 °C 13 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
14 °C 14 °C 7/10
05 - May
16 °C 17 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
21 °C 20 °C 8/10
07 - Jul.
21 °C 22 °C 8/10
08 - Aug.
22 °C 22 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
18 °C 21 °C 7/10
10 - Oct.
15 °C 19 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
12 °C 16 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
9 °C 13 °C 7/10

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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