To do · Port de la Darse
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Ecomersion – 'Raconte-moi la mer' storytelling snorkel
A guided snorkel from the shore in groups of six at most, in which the guide tells the story of the Mediterranean, the posidonia meadows and the creatures you actually see.
| Now | Closed (until spring 2027) |
|---|---|
| What | To do |
| Ages | From 8 (snorkel); freediving introductions from 14. |
| Where | Port de la Darse |
| Address | Port de la Darse, 06230 Villefranche-sur-Mer |
| Season and hours | 2026 season: 15 April–27 September, on set mornings (and summer evenings), by reservation. |
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Checked on cotedazurfrance.fr, explorenicecotedazur.com, October 2026. Check seasons and hours with the place before you go.
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