What level of diving experience is required for La Virgen?

La Virgen is rated intermediate with depths of 15–25 m. A PADI Open Water certification or equivalent is the minimum recommended.

What marine life can you see at La Virgen?

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

What is the best time to dive La Virgen?

The best time to dive La Virgen is: May to October.

Where is La Virgen located?

La Virgen is located in Spain, in the Maresme region (coordinates: 41.5530, 2.5090).

La Virgen

Maresme, 🇪🇸 SpainIntermediate

Depth15m - 25m

Best seasonMay to October

DifficultyIntermediate

Description

La Virgen features an underwater statue of the Virgin Mary at 20 meters surrounded by rocky reef. The statue has become a focal point for marine life colonization and is a popular underwater photography subject.

Marine life

Octopus Moray Eels Nudibranchs Scorpionfish Sea Bream Barracuda

Map

depth15–26mOctopusMoray Eels+4

Dive centers near this site

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

SSI

Verified

POSIDONIA DIVE

Catalonia

📍 0.66 km

SSIPADI

Verified

BCN Diving

Barcelona, Catalonia

📍 30.37 km

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Live conditionsCalm

0.1m

Wave height · Partly cloudy night

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Water

22°C

Air

21°C

Wind

5km/h

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Swell

0.1 m

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.