This dive site, known as Beaurivage, offers a delightful freshwater diving experience in France. It features a prominent characea meadow and a unique hippuris forest that extends from -3 meters up to the surface during summer, providing an interesting vertical landscape. Further north, divers can explore a natural boulder pile. The site is generally shallow, with an average depth of 8 meters, making navigation straightforward across its distinct habitats. No specific history or story is provided.
The aquatic life here is abundant and varied, featuring numerous fish species such as perch, pike, tench, and carp, which are regularly encountered. Crayfish are also a common sight. The underwater flora is characterized by extensive characea meadows and the distinctive hippuris forest, creating rich habitats for these freshwater species.
The best time to visit Beaurivage, especially for experiencing the full grandeur of the hippuris forest, is during the summer months when it rises to the surface. Its shallow depths and rich biodiversity make it highly suitable for both scuba divers and freedivers of all levels, offering excellent opportunities for underwater photography of both macro and medium-sized aquatic life. Snorkelers will also enjoy the surface exploration of the hippuris forest.
