About This Spot
La Torche, France is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in France.
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Medium waves and Big waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With SE–SSE–S winds, peaking from January to December, La Torche, France delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Because of its situation, a lot of depressions pass on this place. That's made this spot a really good one for the wind. The best direction is for sure South/Southeast. Very windy in winter.
When to Go
Air and water are a bit fresh, but in summer it is quite nice. Wetsuit is really needed if your not in summer. A lot of depressions pass on this area.
What to Expect
It is one of the greatest European spots for the waves. There are really beautiful waves. More than 2.5m. You often have waves with a correct size which is enough to make you smiling. You will find very regular waves with a good timing.
Wind & Conditions
SE · SSE · S
Best wind direction
Because of its situation, a lot of depressions pass on this place. That's made this spot a really good one for the wind. The best direction is for sure South/Southeast. Very windy in winter.
Best Months
Water Conditions
It is one of the greatest European spots for the waves. There are really beautiful waves. More than 2.5m. You often have waves with a correct size which is enough to make you smiling. You will find very regular waves with a good timing.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From the main city of Quimper (35 km), follow the road signs to Pont l'Abbé; Saint Guénolé and Penmarc'h (main road: D785). While approaching, look for Plomeur city (not Plomeur, this is 150km away). At Plomeur center, follow road signs to La Torche point (or ask anyone, everybody knows where it is). Once you get on the parking lot, walk on the right (North) side of the point: here it is. From Brest go South, and follow the direction `La Torche` and then `Pointe de la Torche`. You will arrived directly on a car park near the huge beach. There are always a lot of cars, camping cars etc belonged to all surfers, windsurfers and kitesurfers.
Location
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