Cala Viola

Menorca, Spain Reserva Marina del Nord de Menorca

4.0 (1 review)

All levels

Shallow, clear cove with a wreck and Roman artifacts.

- Access
12m Avg Depth
18m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is located near the lighthouse of Cap de Cavalleria, a small beach called Cala Viola de Ponent. The area benefits from exceptionally clear water, making it ideal for introductory scuba diving courses. It falls within the northern Marine Reserve and offers an opportunity to encounter marine life such as barracuda and, with luck, seahorses while exploring the cove. Just outside the cove, at a depth of 9 meters, lies a large aluminium mast. Further along, at approximately 16 meters, rests the remains of the 20-meter long aluminium yacht ‘Chrisaldy’. The area is also rich in historical artifacts, including ancient amphorae – similar finds have been discovered in nearby Sanisera, which once housed a Roman harbor. This site provides a fascinating glimpse into both underwater ecosystems and maritime history.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

wreckbeginner friendlyshore diveboat divearchaeologymacro photographywide angle

Marine Life

barracudaseahorseoctopuscuttlefishgroupermoray eeldamselfishbream

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Shallow, clear water for beginners, with a wreck and historical artifacts for experienced divers.

Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

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