France

Saint Gildas De Rhuys

Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys - photo 1

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Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys is a coastal commune in Brittany, France, serving as a gateway to the Bay of Biscay and nearby Atlantic coastal dive sites. With several local dive centers and access to offshore reefs and wrecks along the Brittany coast, this area supports boat dives, shore entries, and occasional wrecks. The city itself is more of a baseline access point for divers visiting the region, with practical logistics, coastline scenery, and nearby inland options if needed. Expect typical temperate Atlantic conditions, with variable visibility and sea states, and a focus on regional marine life such as common coastal species and pelagic visitors depending on site.

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 Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys

Nearby Dive Sites (12)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys

The best time to dive in Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys

The best months to dive in Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys are from May to September. Temperatures are confortable (15-20°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
6 °C 9 °C 4/10
02 - Feb.
7 °C 9 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
9 °C 10 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
13 °C 13 °C 7/10
05 - May
15 °C 16 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
19 °C 19 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
20 °C 19 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
20 °C 19 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
16 °C 18 °C 6/10
10 - Oct.
14 °C 16 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
12 °C 14 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
9 °C 11 °C 5/10

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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