Numerous travels between 1994 and 2004 - From the cold weather waves in the North over the Bretagne surf breaks to the azur stretched beaches of presqu'île d'Hyères, France offers the perfect way of life & surf. Get acquainted with mythical spots like la Torche, l' Almanarre, St-Marie-de-la-Mer where the European windsurf vibe still survives.
WINDSURFSPOTS TO REMEMBER
Wissant - Wimmereux - Bercq - Siouville - Crozon - Penmarch - Quiberon - Kerhillio - Ile de Noirmoutier - Le Bacarès - Port Leucate - Gruissan - Saintes- Marie-de-la-Mer - Le Duc - Hyères

BEST TIME
Windsurf all year round in France as you can move from North and move 1200 Km down to the Mediterranean. Most windy periods are spring and fall.
Wind is the only French windsurf magazine that survived the ages
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CONDITIONS
Pas-de-Calais in the North has Wimereux and Wissant as wav spots. Siouville in Normandy and la Torche in Bretange offer world-class wave conditions. Premium speed competition is to be found in Gruissan with winds howling above 40 knots.
FOOD & TRAVELLING
Food and drinks are everywhere. Open air camping is ok in remote rural places. Camping grounds or Air B'n B are better options near villages. Savor the French cuisine and the delicious croissants. Don't forget to end your surf session with some beers and a campfire.
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