France

Pierrelaye

Pierrelaye is a suburban town in the Île-de-France region, located northwest of Paris. It is not a coastal diving destination, and local diving activity is minimal. The nearby freshwater Scarpe River is the region’s notable water body, but it does not offer typical recreational diving near the city itself. For divers visiting the area, the draw is primarily access to world-class dive hubs around Paris and the broader Île-de-France and northern France, with training or day trips coordinated from nearby centers. For underwater exploration, divers typically travel to coastal départements along the English Channel or to inland quarry sites farther afield.

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 Pierrelaye

Nearby Dive Sites (3)

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Pierrelaye

The best time to dive in Pierrelaye

The best months to dive in Pierrelaye are from April to August. Temperatures are confortable (13-20°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

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