Belle-Île-en-Mer & Quiberon · France · Reef
Basse Ledan
A rock that serves try-dives and seasoned divers alike
Basse Ledan is a shallow rock off the Quiberon peninsula with a range from 5 to 17 m. The site is used for try-dives and for beginners, yet it also holds the interest of experienced divers. It suits mixed groups in which first-timers and seasoned divers share one boat.
Where it is and how deep
47.5501° N, 3.1773° WApproximate position — the dashed circle shows where the site lies; your operator's briefing has the mooring.
The dive
The site runs from 5 m to 17 m over big rocks cut by tunnels. That band lets beginners on their first dives and experienced divers share the same rock.
Marine life and season
The sources we used don't single out particular species here.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Prime | Prime | Prime | Good | Fair | Fair |
Season follows Belle-Île-en-Mer & Quiberon: The Quiberon base dives from April to October; summer brings the warmest water and dolphins, and cuttlefish come at its end.
Dive videos
Quiberon 20 mai 2024 Basse Ledan · Les Petites Bulles Musicales on YouTube
Sources
- Sites de plongée — Centre Haliotis Plongée
- Basse Lédan — OpenStreetMap
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