France

Bourges

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Bourges is a landlocked city in central France, not on the coast. It has no local sea or ocean access, and diving is not a local draw. Nearby freshwater diving options are generally outside the city and involve training sites or quarry-like sites in broader regions. The Scarpe River within Bourges itself is not a typical diving site. For divers, Bourges serves as a practical base for access to regional services, culture, and day trips, with nearby towns offering limited freshwater diving possibilities and centers that support training or visits rather than major destination diving.

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 Bourges

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Bourges

The best time to dive in Bourges

The best months to dive in Bourges are from May to August. Temperatures are confortable (16-22°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
4 °C 6/10
02 - Feb.
5 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
8 °C 7/10
04 - Apr.
12 °C 7/10
05 - May
16 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
22 °C 8/10
07 - Jul.
21 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
22 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
16 °C 6/10
10 - Oct.
12 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
8 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
6 °C 6/10

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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