Max. depth: 7 metresSheltered by TramontaneLittle or no currentVisibility fair to good to very good (avoid in sea conditions)Bottom: Sand (ideal for beginner exercises)

Lydia 2, off the coast of Port-Barcarès, is an artificial diving site opposite the Lydia cruise liner. Suitable for intermediate to advanced divers, this site offers depths ranging from 10 to 25 meters.

Artificial diving site in front of the Lydia liner, made up of concrete nozzles and large pebbles, accessible by day and night.

Substantial rocky plateau with a maximum depth of 10 to 12 metres. Height of relief between 30cm and 1m20. Situated opposite the two towers visible from the Leucate cliffs.

In the port city of Port-la-Nouvelle, it's known as the "Japanese". This is the sad story of the Shigizan Maru, which became one of the many wrecks in the Mediterranean, built in the Netherlands and ended its life off the coast of Aude, between La Nouvelle and La Franqui.

Just under 15 minutes by boat from Port Leucate, the Rochers de la Sorcière (Witch's Rocks) are a fine example of Mediterranean fauna. The name comes from the profile of a witch's head that can be seen on the Leucate cliff when you're on site.

La Faille at Cap Leucate is a unique dive site with an underwater fault reaching a depth of 25 m. Recommended for intermediate to advanced divers.

Étang de Leucate or Salses, located in the Aude department, is a unique dive site offering ideal conditions for beginner divers. Depths range from 2 to 5 meters, making for long, relaxed dives.

Artificial site in front of BARCARES harbour. Boat trip of 5 minutes. Site much used in strong winds. Piles of concrete nozzles and large stones to protect the coast from trawling.

Artificial site in front of the BARCARES harbor, used extensively in strong winds and for technical training.rock piles and concrete nozzles to prevent trawling and create a fish shelter.