Submerged statue / Rocky wallÁrea Marina Protegida

Cristo degli Abissi (San Fruttuoso)

Italy · San Fruttuoso Bay, between Camogli and Portofino, Liguria

Profundidad: 8–30 mNivel: Open Water; also accessible freediving

THE ORIGINAL CHRIST. A bronze statue some 2.50 m tall and weighing 260 kg, the work of the sculptor Guido Galletti, lowered on 22 August 1954 with the help of the Italian Navy. The idea came from Duilio Marcante, a legendary figure in Italian diving, in memory of his friend Dario Gonzatti, who died on a dive. The arms are raised and open as a sign of peace. After the descent the dive continues along the wall, where at around 30 m a tall crevice full of life opens up.

Depth

8–30 m

Recommended level

Open Water; also accessible freediving

Current

Gentle

Access

Boat from Camogli or Portofino; the cove can only be reached by rowing boat

Marine protected area

Plan your dive

Protection status

Área Marina Protegida de Portofino; el punto queda justo fuera de la Zona B. Se exige ir acompañado de guías inscritos en el registro de la Región de Liguria

Sources consulted: Wikipedia (Christ of the Abyss); Nautica Report; Neptune Project (Interreg); Portofino Divers; Diving Group Portofino; Style Diving