About This Spot
Etang de La Palme, France is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in France.
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With SE–NW winds, peaking from April to September, Etang de La Palme, France delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
The dominant wind is the Tramontane, no other wind has really a chance against it. It is a wind which blows from Northwest. This wind is created by an anticyclone over the south west of France and a depression over the Mediterranean. When the Tramontane blows it normally blows very strong. Statistics say that there are 300 days a year with a wind over force four. The other wind direction is the Marin which blows from SE.
When to Go
Nice temperatures, air and water. During winter wetsuit is needed. It is in the South of France so expect nice weather.
What to Expect
Flat to choppy water. The whole lake is shallow. Windsurfers can find deeper water close to the camping "Spot des Vignes". Kitesurfers launch in the North. Shoes are recommended due to shells.
Wind & Conditions
SE · NW
Best wind direction
The dominant wind is the Tramontane, no other wind has really a chance against it. It is a wind which blows from Northwest. This wind is created by an anticyclone over the south west of France and a depression over the Mediterranean. When the Tramontane blows it normally blows very strong. Statistics say that there are 300 days a year with a wind over force four. The other wind direction is the Marin which blows from SE.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Flat to choppy water. The whole lake is shallow. Windsurfers can find deeper water close to the camping "Spot des Vignes". Kitesurfers launch in the North. Shoes are recommended due to shells.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From Perpignan drive north on N9 or E15. Follow signs to La Palme. Here drive southeast to the lake.
Location
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