Kitesurfing in France
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France isnât just about croissants, wine, and effortlessly cool fashionâitâs also a kitesurfing paradise with a coastline that serves up just about every condition you could dream of. From wild Atlantic waves to Mediterranean lagoons, France is a buffet of kite spots where you can get your adrenaline fix and your après-kite baguette all in one go.
The best time to kitesurf in France depends on the region. The Mediterranean coast is great from April to October, thanks to steady thermal winds and the infamous Mistral, which can send you flying (sometimes literally). The Atlantic coast, on the other hand, sees stronger winds from September to May, making it the go-to place for big wave lovers and those who enjoy wearing thick wetsuits year-round.
One of the top spots is Leucate-La Franqui in the south, home to the legendary Tramontane wind. Itâs fast, itâs furious, and itâll turn your session into a high-speed adventure whether you like it or not. Be ready to hold on tight!
Then thereâs Gruissan, where the water is flat and the wind is strongâso strong that it hosts one of the craziest speed kiting events in the world. If you ever wanted to feel like a human rocket, this is your place.
Over on the Atlantic side, thereâs Lacanau and Arcachon, offering wind for those who love a challenge. Further north, the beaches of Brittanyâlike La Torcheâoffer some of the best wave riding in Europe, with winds strong enough to make you reconsider your life choices mid-air.
Lac Hourtin, near Bordeaux, is a dreamy spot for beginners and freestyle lovers, offering butter-flat water and reliable summer thermals. La Palmyre, with its wide sandy beaches and steady winds, is a favorite on the Atlantic coast, perfect for long downwinders.
Sainte-Barbe, in Brittany, serves up a mix of flat water and waves, depending on the tide, making it a versatile playground for all levels. Pont-MahĂŠ, a lesser-known gem, is a shallow lagoon where you can ride for hours without worrying about chop.
And then thereâs Wissant, up in the north, where the North Sea delivers punchy winds and rolling wavesâideal for those who donât mind kiting in cooler conditions (or in full neoprene armor).
Whether you’re into flat water, waves, or just want an excuse to eat cheese after a session, France has a kite spot for you. Just rememberâalways finish with a cafĂŠ and a croissant. Itâs the French way.
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 BenoĂŽt, 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 Cabourg, France
2 hrs - 2-3 days ⢠Available Mar - Jun, Sep - Oct ⢠by Le Menhir Normandie Kite
Learn to kitesurf in small group. A lot of fun is guaranteed! Choose between initiation (try-it-out) or full 5-days “autonomous” class. Exact kite location depends on weather condition, we can also provide the kiteboarding classes from the boat.
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, CĂ´te 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, CĂ´te 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.
Downwind in the Etang de Salses, Leucate, France
half day - 1 half day ⢠Available Apr - Nov ⢠by Unikite
Discover the various amazing downwind kitesurfing spots of the region.
This session is an aquatic excursion in the sea or across the ĂŠtang de Salses, an exceptional natural site of 7000 hectares.
The landscapes here are absolutely magnificent, a great backdrop for your open air adventure! You’ll spend a total of 3-4 hours visiting the different spots, a great way of exploring the area.
Kite Schools in France
ACCROKITE
France
Infinikite
La Palme ⢠France
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