France

Lourdes

Lourdes - photo 1

Photo by Jean-Baptiste D. on Unsplash.

Lourdes is a inland town in southwestern France best known as a pilgrimage site and gateway to the Pyrenees. It is not a coastal diving destination, and nearby diving activity is very limited. The elevation and inland location mean there are no local dive sites or centers within the city itself. Divers visiting the area typically combine their trip with the Pyrenees for hiking or skiing, and may plan excursions to coastal sites in the Basque Country or the Mediterranean region if diving is a priority.

Essential information for traveling in France

About France

Sea
Mediterranean Sea - Western Basin, Celtic Sea, ...
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
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 Lourdes

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Lourdes

The best time to dive in Lourdes

The best months to dive in Lourdes are from June to August. Temperatures are confortable (20-21°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

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