Quercianella is an
enchanting resort with
quiet charm set amid
pinewoods and
Mediterranean scrub
overlooking a crystal-
clear sea on the rocky
coast south of Livorno.
Villas and welcoming
hotels stand along the
tamarisk and oleander-
lined streets of this
peaceful, hospitable
little town.
The bathing
establishments are
equipped with modern
facilities for holidays
and water sports.
The sea here is ideal for
underwater sports and
snorkeling enthusiasts,
while surfing is popular
all year round, and the
little harbour offers safe
mooring for boats.
more informations www.quercianella.info
il cristo
Quercianella - Livorno
il cristo
Quercianella - Livorno
This easy and fascinating dive owes its name to a statue on the sea bed at 14 metres. The sea bed lying in front of the Rogiolo inlet is characterised by channels of rock and Mediterranean tapeweed. Once you leave the ridge where the statue is found, there are many areas to explore among the Mediterranean tapeweed and the low rockfaces. This dive is ideal for teaching purposes both at beginner and advanced levels (see note).
route:
Start from the shore in front of the restaurant, and swim on the surface along the ridge. You can drop down at any time, but if you begin your descent at about 200 metres from the shore you will be able to reach the statue under water, passing through the rocky channels and the Mediterranean tapeweed. When you are in line with the first window of the restaurant (from the mountain), set the compass for 270° and swim for about 10/15 minutes across the rocky channels and Mediterranean tapeweed. This will bring you directly to the statue, at 14 metres.
If instead you prefer to descend directly to the Christ statue, keep a watch for a large bush situated on the ridge. When you come across this bush you will find yourself directly above the statue. Once you have seen the statue, you can head for 180° and continue the dive, drifting along the low rockfaces and patches of Mediterranean tapeweed. Along the way there is a concrete crib scene. From here, make a wide u-turn to the right and return to the Christ statue. Head for 60° and back to the starting point.
interest: naturalistic / biological
type of sea floor: rocky wall, mud
current: light
level of difficulty: low
depth: min 12° - max 16°
summer temperature: 25°
access: from the shore
recommended equipment: standard equipment, compass and torch
note:
it is suitable for carrying out exercises in subaqua techniques and in navigation, with or without instruments. The dive is also beautiful at night.
Equipped private beaches
BAGNI CALA BIANCA
Via Pascoli, 28
0586 491117
info@calabianca.it
www.calabianca.it
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BAGNI FIUME
Viale Italia, 94
0586 501137
info@bagnifiume.com
www.bagnifiume.com
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BAGNI NETTUNO
Viale Italia, 16
0586 807121
bagninettunolivorno@gmail.com
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BAGNI PAOLIERI
Via dei Macchiaioli, 38
0586 492155
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BAGNI ROMA
Viale Di Antignano, 76
0586 580245
bagniroma@hotmail.it
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BAGNI TIRRENO
Viale Italia, 36
0586 805076
bagnitirreno@gmail.com
www.bagnitirreno.it
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BAGNO REX
Via del Littorale, 164
0586 580400
info@hotelrex.it
www.hotelrex.it
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LIDO DEL ROGIOLO
Via C.Colombo, 26
0586 492017
quercianella@tin.it
www.facebook.com/lidodelrogiolo
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ONDE DEL TIRRENO
Viale Italia, 118
0586 501105
waganni@tin.it
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STABILIMENTO BALNEARE PANCALDI ACQUAVIVA
Viale Italia, 56
0586 805566
info@pancaldiacquaviva.it
www.pancaldiacquaviva.it
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