France
Very well known kite spot in northern France. Quite wavy and waves can easily reach 2-3 m. Very large sandy beach, extra big in low tide and enough of space in high tide. All the area is very well known among kitesurfers and there is plenty of space to kite.
Wind
Medium to strong wind, especially stronger in the winter.
Dangers
Nothing.
It is your responsability to check whether kitesurfing is allowed at the spot; you might need a 'special permit' or membership from a local kite organization, etc. Local rules can change. Respect others - kiters or not; kite safely and enjoy the wind!
- School
- Kiteshop
- Restaurant
- Supermarket
- Campground
- Camper friendly
Wind Stats
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
- Windy days*:
- 23
- 21
- 21
- 19
- 18
- 15
- 20
- 18
- 19
- 23
- 23
- 24
- Wind Direction:
- Av. Wind Speed (kt):
- 11
- 12
- 11
- 10
- 11
- 10
- 12
- 12
- 11
- 11
- 13
- 13
- Kite Season:
- med
- med
- med
- med
- high
- high
- high
- high
- high
- high
- med
- med
- Av. Temperature:
- 7
- 5
- 6
- 11
- 14
- 17
- 19
- 20
- 17
- 14
- 7
- 7
* with min. 4 bft (12 knt) wind, without thermal wind stats
Spot Photos
Kitesurf Vacation
Kitesurfing lessons and courses for beginners in Quiberon, France
2.5 hrs - 4 days • Available Mar - Oct • by Happy Kite School
Learn to kitesurf in the Bay of Quiberon in a safe and friendly environment with Benoît, your state-qualified and IKO-certified instructor!
It is on the peninsula of Quiberon that you will evolve, an exceptional spot in Brittany for the practice of kitesurfing, magnificent landscapes, long sandy beaches and a constant wind all year long. The bay of Quiberon is sheltered from the swell and strong winds and is the perfect place to start kitesurfing.
Kitesurfing Lessons in Châtelaillon-Plage near La Rochelle, France
half day - 5 days • Available Apr - Oct • by SARL Chatel Kite School
The Chatel Kite School offers a progression specific to each practitioner with a follow-up by certified instructors who will assess your level and discuss a lesson plan with you.
Antonin Rangin is a professional kitesurfer, he can also take students who wish to learn freestyle, strapless or foil if you wish.
Kitesurfing Course in La Palmyre
half day - 2-3 days • Available Apr - Nov • by Accrokite
Learn by your own pace, goals and skills. Ideal wind, great sandbanks and shallow water bay. Enjoy the kite experience on flat water. Available as taster lesson and a full course.
Kitesurfing lesson in Wissant, Côte d’Opale
half day - 4 days • Available Apr - Nov • by Ecole Kite Surf Wissant / Bed&Kite
Start your kite journes at on one of the most popular spots of the Opal Coast, the magnificent Bay of Wissant, near Calais. Learn the kite basics, get familiar with the wind and maybe even start with some jumps!
Wingfoil initiation course in Wissant, Côte d’Opale, France
2 hrs • Available Apr - Nov • by Ecole Kite Surf Wissant / Bed&Kite
Are you a fan of gliding and sensations? Come and learn the basics of Wingfoil on land, this new sport of gliding, on the magnificent beach of the Bay of Wissant.
The Bay of Wissant located on the Opal Coast a few minutes away from Calais is the best surfing spot in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais. This spot combines wind strength, wave quality and huge sandy beaches for unique surfing sessions, all enhanced by beautiful scenery.
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