Evening Swim at Wreck Beach (Rimel, Bizerte)

Hello Steemians,

This week I had the chance to enjoy a unique summer evening at Wreck Beach (Plage des Épaves) in Rimel, Bizerte.
The name “Épaves” means “wrecks”, and for good reason. The place is famous for the Togolese cargo ship stranded on the shore, which has become both a landmark and a symbol of the area.
I’d like to take you through that evening: the wreck’s story, our little camping spot, swimming with the wreck behind me, and the golden sunset that made it unforgettable.

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The Wreck Story

In December 2019, an 84 meter long Togolese cargo ship ran aground here during heavy storms.
Onboard were 10 sailors (6 Indians, 2 Egyptians, and 2 Syrians). Fortunately, all were rescued safely, but the ship never moved again.
Now, almost six years later, the wreck remains on the coast, rusting and weathered, yet strangely majestic a silent witness of the sea’s power.

_{The Togolese cargo ship stranded at Rimel since 2019.}

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Our Setup Between the Rocks

We picked a sheltered corner between the rocks, where we set up two parasols, beach chairs, and a cooler packed with snacks. Masks, snorkels, and flippers were ready for some exploration.
It felt like our own little base camp for the evening.

_{Our small camp set between the rocks.}

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Swimming Beside the Wreck

Floating in the water with the wreck towering behind me was one of the most surreal parts of the evening.
There’s something powerful about swimming in front of a massive ship that once crossed oceans and now rests silent, half-swallowed by the sea.

_{Swimming with the shipwreck in the background.}

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Sunset Magic

As evening fell, the horizon turned gold. The sun sank into the water, painting the sky with shades of orange and red.
The reflection on the calm sea, combined with the silhouette of the wreck, made the whole moment unforgettable.

_{Golden sunset over Wreck Beach.}

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Evening Swim Vibes

Of course, I couldn’t resist one last swim as the sun dipped below the horizon. The water felt calm, cool, and endless, the perfect way to close the day.

_{Swimming during sunset.}

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Location

Wreck Beach (Plage des Épaves) is located in Rimel, Bizerte, on the northern coast of Tunisia.
It’s easy to reach by car, and the area is popular among locals for swimming, picnics, and photography especially thanks to the iconic stranded ship.

Location	Wreck Beach
Google Maps	https://maps.app.goo.gl/DSxBnqkKD4GiYUrk9
Atlas Pin Code	[//]:# (!steematlas 37.25403626 lat 9.9438444 long Wreck Beach d3scr)

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Final Thoughts

This evening at Wreck Beach was not just about swimming or relaxing it was about feeling connected with nature, history, and the sea’s endless mystery.

If we have the chance to return, our plan is to explore inside the wreck and bring you a full adventure post about it. Stay tuned.

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Thank you for reading!
Would you be interested in seeing a post exploring the interior of the shipwreck?

Best Regards,
@marwene

_{Photo Credits: All photos in this post were taken by me, @marwene, using an iPhone 13 Pro Max.}