L'Impérial du Milieu
The middle of the three Impérial rocks south of Riou island, in the Calanques National Park, and often called one of the finest dives in the Mediterranean. A classic route runs from its western tip along the wall towards the Impérial du Large, past gorgonians, forkbeards, scorpionfish, sea bream and groupers. Narval lists it from 5 to 50 m and suitable even for less experienced divers.
Facts
- Region: France – Provence & Côte d'Azur
- Area: Calanques, Riou & Cassis
- Depth: 5–50 m
- Level: intermediate
- Current: moderate
- Type: wall, pinnacle
- Coordinates: 43.17163, 5.39355
- Highlights: red gorgonian, dusky grouper, scorpionfish, forkbeard, sea bream
- Tips: Do not link it with the Impérial du Large on the same dive unless your gas and deco plan allow it; current is common.