About This Spot
Ile de Noirmoutier / Les Boucholeurs, 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 SW–NW winds, peaking from May to July, Ile de Noirmoutier / Les Boucholeurs, France delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Good in Westerly winds. April to July thermal wind from Northwest, otherwise frontal driven.
When to Go
Nice and warm in summer, only shorty needed. October to May a wetsuit is needed. Quiet cold in winter.
What to Expect
Quite important tides, especially on the West coast of the island. On the west coast the water is choppy with westerly winds. Shallow areas. Beware of the mussels poles at low tide.
Wind & Conditions
SW · NW
Best wind direction
Good in Westerly winds. April to July thermal wind from Northwest, otherwise frontal driven.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Quite important tides, especially on the West coast of the island. On the west coast the water is choppy with westerly winds. Shallow areas. Beware of the mussels poles at low tide.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From Nantes 65km direction Noirmoutier island (Ile de Noirmoutier). Get on the island and drive to Barbatre. Leave the main road before Barbatre in La Fosse and get on Rue De L'Estacade. Turn into Avenue des Boucholeurs and drive to the beach and park.
Location
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