What level of diving experience is required for Castells?

Castells is rated intermediate with depths of 12–25 m. A PADI Open Water certification or equivalent is the minimum recommended.

What marine life can you see at Castells?

At Castells, divers commonly encounter: Octopus, Moray Eels, Nudibranchs, Scorpionfish, Sea Bream, Barracuda.

What is the best time to dive Castells?

The best time to dive Castells is: May to October.

Where is Castells located?

Castells is located in Spain, in the Maresme region (coordinates: 41.5650, 2.5050).

Castells

Maresme, 🇪🇸 SpainIntermediate

Depth12m - 25m

Best seasonMay to October

DifficultyIntermediate

Description

Castells (Castles) is named for its castle-like rock formations rising from the sandy bottom at 12-25 meters. The vertical walls host gorgonian fans, nudibranchs, and resident scorpionfish in a dramatic Mediterranean landscape.

Marine life

Octopus Moray Eels Nudibranchs Scorpionfish Sea Bream Barracuda

Map

depth10–18mOctopusMoray Eels+4

Dive centers near this site

Dive Castells with one of these PADI or SSI certified centers within 20 km.

SSI

Verified

POSIDONIA DIVE

Catalonia

📍 0.96 km

SSIPADI

Verified

BCN Diving

Barcelona, Catalonia

📍 30.64 km

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Live conditionsCalm

0.4m

Wave height · Overcast

Next 24 hoursnow

November 2023

Visibility: 18 mModerate current

Hammerhead SharkEagle Ray

Great spot for advanced divers. Currents can be tricky but the marine life makes it worth it.

July 2023

Visibility: 30 mNo current

Whale SharkManta Ray

One of the best dive sites in the region. Highly recommended.

Water

22°C

Air

18°C

Wind

8km/h

ENE

Swell

0.4 m

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