Le Donator
One of the best-known wrecks on the French Riviera: a 78 m cargo ship that sank on 10 November 1945 between Porquerolles and Port-Cros, close to the wreck of Le Grec. Most of the dive is around 40 m, with a maximum of about 51 m; two or three dives are needed to see it properly.
Facts
- Region: France – Provence & Côte d'Azur
- Area: Toulon, Giens & Porquerolles
- Depth: 40–51 m
- Level: advanced
- Current: moderate
- Type: wreck
- Coordinates: 42.99328, 6.27392
- Highlights: 78 m cargo wreck, conger eel, red gorgonian
- Tips: A deep wreck – nitrox or technical planning recommended; it lies in the Hyères islands, so check whether Port-Cros National Park dive rules apply with your centre.