About This Spot
La Baule, 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 and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With SE–SW winds throughout the season, La Baule, France delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Winds come mainly with depressions, usually westerly winds. Any strength possible. Since it is a big bay, many directions work on this beach.
When to Go
Summer nice and warm. Fall to spring a wetsuit is needed. In winter it can get very cold, but usually all year possible.
What to Expect
Tidal beach. With strong winds waves can form, the nicest wave can be found at the sand bar, but not too big. Shore break at high tide. Normally flat to choppy. Shallow on the sand bar during low tide. Waves with W and SW.
Wind & Conditions
SE · SW
Best wind direction
Winds come mainly with depressions, usually westerly winds. Any strength possible. Since it is a big bay, many directions work on this beach.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Tidal beach. With strong winds waves can form, the nicest wave can be found at the sand bar, but not too big. Shore break at high tide. Normally flat to choppy. Shallow on the sand bar during low tide. Waves with W and SW.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From St-Nazaire just follow the signs towards La Baule-Escoublac. Here get to the beach.
Location
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