About This Spot
Le Gurp, France is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in France.
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With SW–NW winds, peaking from June to October, Le Gurp, France delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
During summer (June to August) you usually have a nice thermal wind (10-20knots) which starts to blow from beginning of the afternoon (with the tide) up to the end of the afternoon. Direction is usually West to Northwest in the afternoon while it's East in the morning. September to October is the blowing season with depression bringing strong wind up to 35-40 knots. Direction is usually West to Southwest.
When to Go
Warm in summer, cold in winter.
What to Expect
Chop and small to medium waves. Watch out for few old bunkers in the water.
Wind & Conditions
SW · NW
Best wind direction
During summer (June to August) you usually have a nice thermal wind (10-20knots) which starts to blow from beginning of the afternoon (with the tide) up to the end of the afternoon. Direction is usually West to Northwest in the afternoon while it's East in the morning. September to October is the blowing season with depression bringing strong wind up to 35-40 knots. Direction is usually West to Southwest.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Chop and small to medium waves. Watch out for few old bunkers in the water.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From Bordeaux drive all the way north on N215. Le Gurp is located between Soulac-sur-Mer and Montalivet-les-Bains. Big parking lot in front of the beach.
Location
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