France

Chantonnay

Chantonnay is a small inland town in western France, about 160 km from the Atlantic coast. It isn’t a diving hub and there are no local dive sites. Nearby diving activity would be limited to occasional training at a nearby center, or freshwater quarry dives farther afield, but on-site diving isn’t a feature of the city. For divers, Chantonnay serves mainly as a rural waypoint with regional access to larger coastal dive destinations in the Bay of Biscay area. Expect a quiet, practical gateway rather than destination diving, with the potential for day trips to nearby coastal centers if needed.

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 Chantonnay

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Chantonnay

The best time to dive in Chantonnay

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

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
6 °C 4/10
02 - Feb.
6 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
9 °C 7/10
04 - Apr.
13 °C 6/10
05 - May
16 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
21 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
21 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
22 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
16 °C 7/10
10 - Oct.
13 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
10 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
7 °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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