France

Saint Chamond

Saint-Chamond is a landlocked city in central France, positioned about 80 km southwest of Lyon. With no direct access to open water, the city itself isn’t a diving hub. Nearby, diving activity in the broader Burgundy–Rhône region is limited and usually centers on training in local dive centers or occasional freshwater quarry dives within reachable distance. For visitors, this city is better as a base to explore the surrounding countryside and the metro area, with practical access to regional outdoors rather than direct diving opportunities.

Essential information for traveling in France

About France

Sea
La Manche, Gulf of Saint Lawrence, Balearic 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-Chamond

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Saint-Chamond

The best time to dive in Saint-Chamond

The best months to dive in Saint-Chamond are from June to August. Temperatures are confortable (21-22°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
5 °C 6/10
02 - Feb.
6 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
8 °C 7/10
04 - Apr.
12 °C 7/10
05 - May
15 °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 7/10
11 - Nov.
8 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
6 °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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