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Located in the exceptional setting of the Frioul Islands, just 20 minutes by boat from the Old Port of Marseille, “Le Village des Gréements” is the ideal destination for scuba diving enthusiasts. This holiday village offers privileged access to the Calanques National Park, a true jewel of the Mediterranean, where incredibly rich underwater landscapes await you. A complete change of scenery and an authentic welcome promise you a unique experience in one of the most beautiful diving sites in France.
Specializing in hosting groups of divers, the Village des Gréements provides you with a space specially designed to facilitate your practice.
With customized service and adapted facilities, you will benefit from optimal conditions to fully enjoy your passion.
Where you can dive on the wreck of the Junker 88, a German bomber from 1943. This wreck rests at a depth of 53 meters in the Grand Souffre bay, and its remarkable state of preservation makes this site a must for level 3 divers.
Access: PE60
A dive offering an introduction to the archaeological environment. This diving site, located under the semaphore of Pomègue Island in Frioul, was the first selected by the DRASSM services to experiment with the immersion of amphorae. It is at a depth accessible to divers of all levels.
Access: PE20
Planier Island, located off the coast of Marseille, is a popular diving site, famous for its historical wrecks and the beauty of its underwater landscapes. This spot is a real playground for wreck enthusiasts. It houses several must-see remains, such as The Chaouen (pictured here), a cargo ship that sank in 1970, The Dalton, a former merchant ship whose wreck dates back to 1928, and a Messerschmitt BF-109, a World War II fighter plane resting on a sandbank at a depth of 45m.
Each of these wrecks has its own history and transports divers through time, while being a refuge for abundant marine life. They have become ecosystems in their own right.
Moreover, Planier Island is also a no-take zone, ensuring a fully preserved underwater biodiversity. Known for its majestic drop-off, this site offers exceptional perspectives, while being a particularly fish-rich location.
Access Chaouen: PE20 – PE40 (min: 10m – max: 35m)
Access BF109: PA40 – PE60 (min: 42m – max: 45m)
Access Dalton: PE20 – PE40 (min: 10m – max: 33m)
Where is the wreck of the Liban, a remnant of a tragic shipwreck that occurred in 1903, accessible to all levels, and the Pharillons, a spectacular site with drop-offs and diverse fauna, ideal for nature lovers.
Access: PE40
At Jarre Island, where a large arch, magnificent at -25 meters depth, is adorned with coral and gorgonians, attracting a multitude of fish
Access: PE40
at Plane Island, which offer you a succession of caves and arches at -18 meters, a true paradise for divers.
Access: PE20
An islet located off the coast of Riou Island, in a no-take zone where underwater hunting and fishing are prohibited, it’s a site highly prized by divers for its underwater richness. Multi-level, it’s suitable for both beginners and experienced divers.
You can dive through a multitude of fish schools and observe numerous protected species, such as groupers and brown meagres. You can also immerse yourself in magnificent schools of barracudas!
Les Moyades is a must-visit diving spot for those seeking an authentic Marseille underwater experience in a preserved natural setting.
Access: PE20
Tiboulen du Frioul is an islet of the archipelago offering dives accessible to all. Renowned for its drop-off down to 38m, its vast coralligenous plateau and its scree will also be suitable for first dives and explorations in shallow waters. You’ll encounter all the characteristic fauna and flora of the Mediterranean: all the usual rock fish, octopuses, groupers, sea bass, moray eels, lobsters…
Access: PE20 (or first dive)
The underwater environment of the Frioul Islands is recognized for its remarkable biodiversity. Among the 6 marine habitats of high heritage value, you’ll discover in particular the vast Posidonia meadows, the true lungs of the Mediterranean. The protected species and the great richness of the seabed make the Frioul Islands a must-visit destination for scuba diving enthusiasts.
The Village des Gréements and Vacances Léo Lagrange are proud to promote sustainable and solidarity-based tourism. We believe in access to sports for all, while respecting and protecting the exceptional environment that surrounds us. By choosing the Village des Gréements, you join a community of enthusiasts and contribute to the preservation of these unique natural spaces.
Come dive in the heart of the Mediterranean! The Village des Gréements awaits you for an unforgettable experience. Located in the exceptional setting of the Frioul Islands, just 20 minutes by boat from the Old Port of Marseille, “The Village des Gréements” is the ideal destination for scuba diving enthusiasts. This holiday village offers you privileged access to the Calanques National Park, a true jewel of the Mediterranean, where underwater landscapes of incredible richness await you. A total change of scenery and an authentic welcome promise you a unique experience in one of the most beautiful diving sites in France.
