Normandy

Normandy is another fantastic diving site in France. Hundreds of historic shipwrecks lurk in the dark and chilly waters of the Atlantic Ocean, including many from the famed Allied landings of WWII. Others are the result of a shipwreck that sank on the region's rocky shores. The D-Day Museum at Port en Bessin is a fantastic resource for wreck hunters. Because of their outstanding preservation, abundant aquatic life, and the opportunity to step inside their intestines, the Empire Broadsword, the USS Meredith III, the Fort Norfolk, and the Courbet are the most popular among divers.

You'll see all of the Channel's marine life, including lobsters, sea spiders, congresses, and bars. Also keep in mind that most wrecks are accessible to beginners as long as they stay within the depth limits set by their certificates. The wreck's typical depth is usually between 12 and 25 meters. Dives on these wrecks are available from a number of diving shops in France.

• Location: Normandy