This dive site, Pikatxilla, features a prominent underwater wall oriented east-west. It starts with a shallow ridge at about 3-5 meters deep, making it suitable for less experienced divers or for safety stops. The north face of the wall drops significantly, reaching depths of 30-32 meters, while the south face is slightly shallower, descending to 25-26 meters. The topography offers varied exploration opportunities along the wall's contours.
Pikatxilla is teeming with diverse marine life. Divers can expect to encounter a wide array of species, including colorful nudibranchs, elusive octopus, and triggerfish. Larger inhabitants include bream, sea bass, conger eels, lobster, spider crabs, mosaic rays, monkfish, cuttlefish, scrapie, pouts, and even sunfish. Notably, red-billed sharks have also been sighted in this area.
The site's varied depths and rich marine biodiversity make it an attractive destination for both scuba divers and freedivers. The shallow ridge is excellent for snorkeling and freediving, while the deeper wall sections challenge more experienced divers. The sheer wall offers great photographic opportunities for both wide-angle landscape shots and macro subjects. While no specific best time is mentioned, generally the warmer months offer better conditions for diving in northern Spain.
