- Shelter
- NW, N, NE, W, E
- Seabed
- rock, algae
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Rocky cove at the foot of the Bec de l'Aigle cliffs west of La Ciotat, Provence.
- Seagrass
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Bottom of rock and kelp, holding unreliable. Sheltered from NW through E, exposed to S and SW swell. Mistral funnels along the cliffs. Daytime visit only.
Practical
Day anchorage for swimming under the ochre cliffs. La Ciotat Port Vieux lies 0.7 NM NE, Nouveau Port de La Ciotat 0.9 NM NE for overnight berthing and all services.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 43.16456, 5.59819 (43°9.87'N 5°35.89'E)
- Country
- France
- Shelter
- Sheltered from north-west, north, north-east, west, east winds
- Seabed
- rock, algae
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Services
- Seagrass
- Boaters' rating
- 4.3/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Le troue du diable lies at 43°9.87'N 5°35.89'E, that is 43.16456, 5.59819 in decimal degrees.
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Which winds is Le troue du diable sheltered from?
Le troue du diable is sheltered from north-west, north, north-east, west, east winds.
Can you anchor at Le troue du diable?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Le troue du diable.
How do boaters rate Le troue du diable?
Le troue du diable is rated 4.3/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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