Furió Fitó
Furió Fitó, opposite Illa Fitó off Begur, is a rock formation that rises from over 50 m to a plateau (the Furió) at a minimum depth of 14 m, with a second peak (the Furionet) topping out at 26 m. A travel article ranks it among the most impressive underwater rock formations on the Mediterranean coast, with large, colourful gorgonians. Position estimated from maps and place names, for orientation only.
Facts
- Region: Spain – Catalonia (Costa Brava, Medes Islands, Costa Daurada)
- Area: Central Costa Brava (Begur–Palamós–Tossa–Lloret)
- Depth: 14–26 m
- Level: advanced
- Current: moderate
- Type: wall, reef
- Coordinates: 41.9355, 3.229 (approximate)
- Highlights: rock formation rising from over 50 m, large colourful gorgonians
- Tips: Boat dive from Aiguablava; the lower parts are deep.