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Arado Plane

Naxos, Greece
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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Beginner

Shallow, well-preserved WWII German seaplane wreck near Naxos.

Boat Access
9m Avg Depth
11m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site features the remarkably well-preserved wreck of a German Arado 196 seaplane from WWII. It rests on a sandy bottom at a shallow depth of around 11 meters, making it a fantastic and accessible historical dive for all levels. The wreck is largely intact, offering excellent photo opportunities.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

wreckbeginner friendlywide anglehistorical diveshallow dive

Marine Life

groupersmoray eelsoctopusdamselfishsea breamscorpionfish

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Very shallow depth and typically calm conditions make it accessible.

Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 23.5°C

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