
Illes Medes
Seven small islands off L'Estartit, protected as a marine reserve since 1983. Over 20 dive sites ranging from beginner-friendly shallows to deep walls and cave systems.
16 dive areas with editorial content, grouped by country and region

Seven small islands off L'Estartit, protected as a marine reserve since 1983. Over 20 dive sites ranging from beginner-friendly shallows to deep walls and cave systems.

Central Costa Brava dive hub with gorgonian-covered pinnacles, the Boreas WWII wreck, and the Formigues Islands — comparable underwater landscapes to Illes Medes with less crowding. Five dive centers operate from Port Marina covering 17+ named dive sites from shore-entry beach dives to deep expert-level pinnacles at 56m.

Barcelona's closest dive area — 45+ sites along the Maresme coast, including sunken fish farms, rocky reefs, and an active local dive scene.

Protected-bay Costa Brava base with cave systems, pinnacles, and 200+ fish species — reliable year-round diving in the heart of the coast.

The Costa Brava's shore-diving capital — 50+ sites with minimal currents, seahorse colonies, and five established centers in a marine reserve, all within walking distance of the beach.

Diving around Begur and Sa Tuna, including the famous Aiguafreda wall dive.

Diving in the Cap de Creus natural park, the easternmost point of the Iberian Peninsula.