About This Spot
Penthievre, 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 beginners and experienced riders alike.
With NE–E–SE winds throughout the season, Penthievre, France delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Due to access on both sides it works with all directions.
When to Go
Warm in summer, cold in winter.
What to Expect
The bay and ocean side are only 100m apart. The bay side has flat to choppy water with shallow areas. The ocean gets small waves.
Wind & Conditions
NE · E · SE · S · SW
Best wind direction
Due to access on both sides it works with all directions.
Best Months
Water Conditions
The bay and ocean side are only 100m apart. The bay side has flat to choppy water with shallow areas. The ocean gets small waves.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From Vannes drive west on N165 to Auray, then southwest on D768 to Plouharnel and further south to Penthievre. Pass the village and after about 700m you will reach the part where the land gets very narrow. But you can ride anywhere around Penthievre either on the bay or ocean side with the same conditions.
Location
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