A Costa Brava marine reserve.
The dive
Decades of protection have made the Medes a Mediterranean stronghold — caverns and tunnels, gorgonian-clad walls and groupers that come to say hello.
When to go
Warm, settled diving May–October; protection since the 1980s means dense fish life and friendly groupers.
Readiness
Advanced-level site — suits Advanced Open Water divers and up. Typical requirements:
Not sure you're ready? Read our readiness guide or check yourself in the planner.
Logistics
| Getting there | International flight + drive; day boats. Fly to Barcelona or Girona (GRO), drive to L'Estartit on the Costa Brava; short boat to the islets. |
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| Where to stay | Coastal town base. L'Estartit base — easy day-boat diving on the reserve, family-friendly topside. |
| Operator to look for | Reviewed Costa Brava operators diving the protected archipelago. |
Sources
Links checked 29 September 2026. They cover the site's location, protection status and background. Costs, difficulty and season windows are ScubaRogue's editorial estimates, so confirm them with your operator before you book. How we research
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