Things You'll Need:
- Surfboard
- Wetsuit
- Car
- Map
- French Phrasebook
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Step 1
Warm up at Kerloch. This small beachbreak is surfable throughout all directions of wind. Long waves and big walls to carve on make Kerloch a fun place to ride, not to mention the winter swells that almost double the size of the waves. An added bonus: the riptide flows towards the take-off zone.
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Step 2
Move on to Pointe de Dinan. A bit of coldwater paradise on the French coast, this scenic righthanded break can gives rides of over 20 seconds. A few lefthanded waves pop up towards the south end of the bay, but aren’t nearly as nice as the right. Watch for exposed rocks at low tide and the occasional crowd when it gets big.
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Step 3
Find some barrels at La Palue. This beachbreak picks up every swell that comes through. A great spot for average surfers, at high tide the waves run long with some barreling sections. It is surfable during low tide, but tends to be messy. Head to Lostmarch during low tide. La Palue can get crowded, but unlike other spots, that’s not a bad thing. There’s a very friendly vibe around this spot, even with a lot of people charging the same wave.
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Step 4
Go big at Cap de la Chèvre. Wait for a westerly swell to roll through. You’ll find yourself riding waves over 4 meters, alongside the occasional dolphin. Though this is a brilliant spot, it’s not for beginners. Rocks near the take-off zone and a very strong riptide pose large threats.
